IMPACT in Spearfish Your Generosity in Action In the Northern Hills, a young man found himself far from family and support, navigating the challenges of mental health on his own. Originally from the Souther United States, he had moved to Spearfish with hopes of independence but soon faced his first significant manic episode as anContinue reading “Impact in Spearfish”
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Impact in the Northern Hills
IMPACT in the Northern Hills Your Generosity in Action At Kid’s Club Kids, many children come from single-parent households — including two brothers who recently began expressing worry that they could no longer attend the program. They were anxious and upset, telling staff they “cost too much for Mom.” Behind their concern was a veryContinue reading “Impact in the Northern Hills”
Impact in the Northern Hills
IMPACT in the Northern Hills Your Generosity in Action At just 16 years old, a young girl in the Norther Hills was facing unimaginable challenges. A survivor of sexual abuse from ages 8 to 14, she was referred to the Family Engagement Services (FES) program at Children’s Home Society of South Dakota due to truancy.Continue reading “Impact in the Northern Hills”
Impact in Rapid City
IMPACT in Rapid City Your Generosity in Action For many individuals experiencing domestic abuse, the path to safety is complex and deeply personal. One woman in the Black Hills region is taking courageous steps toward a new beginning — with the help of counseling through Catholic Social Services. Trapped in a cycle of physical, sexual,Continue reading “Impact in Rapid City”
Impact in the Northern Hills
IMPACT in the Northern Hills Your Generosity in Action On a recent Friday afternoon, a call came into a local school in the Black Hills from a concerned mother. She had just become a single parent, recently lost her job, and had children recovering from illness. With no food at home and her final paycheckContinue reading “Impact in the Northern Hills”
Impact in the Northern Hills
IMPACT in the Northern Hills Your Generosity in Action In the Northern Hills, a young mother of three found hope and healing through counseling made possible by Catholic Social Services and funding support from United Way of the Black Hills. When she first sought help, she carried a heavy burden of an abusive marriage andContinue reading “Impact in the Northern Hills”
Impact in Sturgis
IMPACT in Sturgis Your Generosity in Action A Sturgis native and mother of two recently celebrated the dedication of her new home—a long-awaited dream for her family. She and her two young sons had been living in a crowded home with her father, eager for a space where her children could flourish and her fatherContinue reading “Impact in Sturgis”
Impact in the Southern Hills
IMPACT in the Southern Hills Your Generosity in Action A couple from the Southern Hills faced a financial crisis that threatened their home when their mortgage company abruptly stopped accepting payments and initiated foreclosure. After falling behind on mortgage payments in 2022 due to a job furlough, they had diligently resumed payments once employment wasContinue reading “Impact in the Southern Hills”
Impact in Rapid City
IMPACT in Rapid City Your Generosity in Action Since 1994, a determined individual has been receiving support from Black Hills Works. She has proudly worked for the same employer for 30 years, demonstrating that with the right resources, success is within reach. What makes her story truly remarkable is that she secured her job entirelyContinue reading “Impact in Rapid City”