Impact Stories
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Impact in Rapid City
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…
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Impact in Rapid City
CASA 7th Circuit One of our volunteers was able to support a child in opening their first bank account and receiving financial education before aging out of foster care. Most…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Impact in Sturgis
CASA of the Northern Hills A new CASA volunteer was appointed to her first case advocating for a sibling group of four, two brothers and two sisters, who were removed…
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Impact in Rapid City
Rural America Initiatives – Access to Mental Health Counseling One employee was in a very violent relationship with a person who had a strong addiction. He is in jail currently…
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Impact in Rapid City
Wellfully – Wellspring Inc. A 12-year-old girl came into Crisis Care due to significant self-harm and suicidal thoughts. She was able to talk through her struggles with mental health and…
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Impact in Rapid City
Youth and Family Services, Inc – Counseling Center In January, an adult female client was referred to YFS’ Counseling Center through WAVI, a community partner. Through a cooperative agreement, the…