CROSSPOINT

The mother is single parent who recently lost her job and is struggling to provide financial stability for her two children. The mother has very limited local support networks as her extended family resides back in her country, country she was forced to leave with her two children due to violence and an abusive relationship. Minor appears to have a lot of anger and he struggles with motivation to attend school. The minor is really interested in participating in sports, such as soccer and boxing. Unfortunately, the mother is unable to afford the cost of uniforms, shoes, etc. The mother needs support covering the cost of cleats, shin guards, boxing gloves, etc. The hope is that by joining these sports, this will serve not only as an incentive for the minor to attend school but will help the minor make meaningful connections, will serve as an anger outlet and will improve the minor's behavior and overall physical and mental health.

Student is the first in his family to graduate from High School; there was a time it appeared to be unattainable due to challenges in school but he has been working extra hard to attain needed credits to graduate and will now be graduating from High School. Student is excited for his accomplishment and the opportunity to participate in ceremony but does not own formal clothing and would like to purchase a new outfit for graduation ceremony on June 2.

Client is a single mother who recently left an abusive relationship and is working diligently to establish stability for herself and her daughter. She is currently employed at two jobs in order to meet her basic living expenses and maintain housing. Due to her demanding work schedule and lack of reliable transportation, she is unable to consistently take her daughter to and from school.

The child’s access to education is being impacted, and the mother is seeking support in arranging safe, reliable transportation for school drop-off and pick-up. This support would significantly reduce stress on the family, help the child maintain regular attendance and academic progress, and allow the mother to sustain employment and housing stability during this transitional period.