Many of our neighbors are one crisis away from falling behind — and having an incredibly hard time catching up. They’re one crisis away from having to choose between rent and necessities like food and medicine. And, in some cases, one crisis away from becoming homeless.
Season of Sharing Fund gave some peace of mind — and dignity — to widower Michael Sharpe as he coped with the death of his wife.
As we wrap up this season, we thought we’d end on a hopeful note. We asked the people who were profiled: what would you do if you had a magic wand?
Keoni received rental assistance from Season of Sharing Fund in 2023, which has allowed him and his brothers to stay in their home.
Season of Sharing Fund gave some peace of mind to Jose Guevara while he focused on his daughter’s health.
It takes just a couple thousand to help someone deal with an unexpected financial emergency and stay in their home. On this episode, we look at how Season of Sharing works.
Asking for help wasn’t supposed to be part of Stewart’s story. She was the helper. But in 2019, the unimaginable happened. Stewart’s son, her only child, died of suicide at age 50.
Season of Sharing Fund gave some peace of mind to Jose Guevara while he focused on his daughter’s health.
Keoni received rental assistance from Season of Sharing Fund in 2023, which has allowed him and his brothers to stay in their home.
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