Yolanda
For someone who hasn’t ever had much money, it can be difficult to begin the simple mechanics of saving. More   All

Vincent
Vincent summarizes his old life with a simple, chilling explanation: "I was damaged goods." More   All

Prince
After 12 years in a refugee camp escaping Liberia’s brutal civil war, Prince and his family arrived in Chicago. Heartland Alliance helped ease their transition to the U.S. More   All

Meg
A privileged upbringing couldn’t keep Meg — who started using cocaine at age 16 — safe from the problems of drug use that would rule much of her adult life. More   All

Lily
Like a lot of kids at day camp this summer, Lily is enjoying going to the beach once a week, traveling around Chicago on special field trips, and playing with her friends. More   All