Imagine with us, just for a moment, you are stuck at the bottom of a deep, dark pit. Thousands of people walk above you doing life as usual, but you can’t reach them, and most can’t hear you calling for help. Which of the following would you most appreciate?
(and yes, you can only choose one)

A: Sandwich

B: Blanket

C: $20

D: LADDER

We see a growing number of youth and adults in our communities who are stuck in the pit of poverty. It’s easy for us to assume it’s just a money problem, a job problem, an education problem, or a hunger problem. But it’s never that simple. Tangible help and crisis intervention are vital and necessary, but they will never be enough on their own.

So what if we grabbed a ladder and jumped in? 
What if we were willing to help as long as it takes? 

That’s when hope comes alive.