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Consumer Credit Counseling Service of the BH – CCCS Housing & Financial Counseling and Education I have recently been working with Julie, who experienced significant hardships and was determined to rebuild her life while improving her financial health. During a difficult period, she became involved in the prison system, which made it impossible for herContinue reading “Impact in Rapid City”

NeighborWorks Dakota Home Resources – HUD Approved Housing Counseling Karri came to NWDHR in October 2024 inquiring about down payment assistance. Speaking with a counselor, the best option found was to use NWDHR funds. During the loan approval process Karri had a problem with her lender not being transparent. She spoke with the counselor aboutContinue reading “Impact in Rapid City”

The Salvation Army of the Black Hills – Social Services A young man recently came to us after successfully completing a rehabilitation program and obtaining a new identification card. He was motivated and excited to begin searching for employment and rebuilding his life. However, he shared concerns that he did not have appropriate clothing forContinue reading “Impact in Rapid City”

SHIFT Garage One day, we received a call from a local Rapid City resident who was curious about our vehicle placement program, UpSHIFT. After the Director at our Rapid City location explained how UpSHIFT works, the woman on the other end of the line started crying. This Rapid City woman had fallen on hard times.Continue reading “Impact in Rapid City”

Prairie Hills Transit Life can change in an instant and the changes left a wife, husband, brother and sister unable to find ways to meet transportation services for their loved one. In one recent situation a gentleman receiving dialysis three times per week suffered a stroke and required 24-hour care. The facility he became aContinue reading “Impact in Rapid City”

OneHeart – Transportation Program Jared enrolled at OneHeart while working to stabilize his employment after a period of housing insecurity. When he arrived on campus, he did not have a reliable vehicle and was at risk of losing his job due to inconsistent transportation. Through OneHeart’s Transportation Program, Jared was able to get to workContinue reading “Impact in Rapid City”

Catholic Social Services – Uplifting Parents Gina moved to Rapid City to pursue her degree in general studies while working the night shift at Black Hills Works. As a single parent new to the area, she had no support network and no one to turn to for guidance or encouragement. Through Uplifting Parents, she wasContinue reading “Impact in Rapid City”

Black Hills Special Services Cooperative – Career Learning Center of the Black Hills Workforce Ready Program The CLCBH has been providing assessments to businesses, government entities and nonprofit agencies for over 20 years. We welcome approximately 1,500 test takers annually, people seeking a vast range of professional assessment, licensure, certification, and entrance into educational programs.Continue reading “Impact in Rapid City”

Volunteers of America Inc When Jamie first connected with VOA, she and her family were living in an abandoned hotel, doing their best to stay safe and warm while facing overwhelming uncertainty. Both Jamie and her daughter were struggling with their mental health, and the family had few resources to stabilize on their own. ThroughContinue reading “Impact in Rapid City”

Victims of Violence Intervention Program A client came to Artemis House through a referral from Behavior Health. The young woman was a victim of sexual assault and violence in the home. During her brief stay it was learned she was a victim of multiple forms of abuse and possible sex trafficking. She stayed with usContinue reading “Impact in Rapid City”