Jen’s Story
Jen* never imagined that she would be living out of a car with her five children. It was a difficult and painful experience to watch her children go hungry and cry out for food that she couldn’t provide. Every day, she felt like she was at the end, struggling to survive and provide for her family. By the grace of God, that was when MTM found her.
When our outreach coordinator, Brian, met Jen and her family, he felt a strong calling to help them in any way he could. He and a group of volunteers began boxing up healthy meals each week and bringing them to Jen, so she could keep herself and her children fed. Brian made certain that this family wouldn’t be without food.
MTM connected the family to many resources—from working with a church to help get their vehicle repaired to visiting the mobile shower unit where they could regularly receive hot meals, revitalizing showers, a change of clothes and hygiene essentials. Brian saw firsthand how meals and care brought hope back into their lives. “The kids were closed off, but as we built a relationship with them, they started looking forward to outreach visits,” he said. “They felt safe and started acting like themselves again.”
This consistent care and kindness brought hope back into Jen’s life. She had lost all hope, but your kindness was a blessing that she never expected. Your support helped her and her children to get back on their feet and build a brighter future. Your act of kindness will never be forgotten by Jen and her family.
*name changed to protect guest’s privacy