Category Archives: United Way

Working Against Violence Inc – Project THRIVE When Erin arrived at WAVI’s shelter in Rapid City, she carried little more than a backpack and was holding the hands of her two young children. After years of emotional abuse and escalating violence, she made the difficult decision to leave when she realized her family’s safety couldContinue reading “Impact in Rapid City”

Black Hills Area Habitat for Humanity Megan is an electrical student at WDT, which is how she came to know about the Habitat Homeownership program. As she and her classmates partnered with Habitat to wire a home on Lemmon Ave, she talked with construction staff and other volunteers. Megan and her two boys resided atContinue reading “Impact in Rapid City”

Literacy Council of the Black Hills replacement story coming Vanessa recently received a promotion at Monument Health! Her new job aligns more with her experience in her home country in nursing.

Consumer Credit Counseling Service of the BH – CCCS Housing & Financial Counseling and Education We often travel to Hot Springs to work with Veterans through the VA Hospital Vocational Rehabilitation Center. Many of the veterans we meet have found themselves facing difficult financial situations after service and are unsure where to begin in rebuildingContinue reading “Impact in Southern Hills”

Fork Real Community Café Inc – Improving Quality of Life through Food Access & Workforce Development This is a story of Mark. Mark, who's over the age of 60, found Fork Real Cafe through a referral from a partner organization. He moved to Rapid City in hopes of looking for steady employment. He began volunteeringContinue reading “Impact in Rapid City”

Black Hills Works Inc – BHW Affordable Housing In 1977, JJ’s parents made a life-changing decision to adopt his little sister, Emily, while they were living in another state. “Back then, doctors said it was very likely Emily would never talk, walk, or live any kind of meaningful life, given her disabilities.” “Hearing those wordsContinue reading “Impact in Rapid City”

Rapid City Club for Boys – Summer Learning at the Club for Boys Tony arrived at the Club as a quiet nine-year-old carrying more frustration than confidence. It was his first year as a member, and everything felt unfamiliar. New routines, new expectations, new adults, and a new language. At home, Spanish is spoken, andContinue reading “Impact in Rapid City”

NeighborWorks Dakota Home Resources – HUD Approved Housing Counseling Andrew came to NeighborWorks on a recommendation from his lender. Andrew and his wife wanted to purchase the home they were renting in Custer but fell a bit short financially. Not having to move was a big item for them with their two small children. WithContinue reading “Impact in Southern Hills”

Meals on Wheels – Western SD Linda and Joe moved to Rapid City last spring in order to be closer to the hospital. Joe had been hospitalized due to complications with diabetes and ended up needing an amputation. Both Linda and Joe have significant disabilities that prevent them from working, and the added mobility constraintContinue reading “Impact in Rapid City”

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”