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LIFT 180 – four month Update

A single mom with three young children, two in Blueprints’ Head Start, found herself in need of new tires for the winter weather. She was able to afford two new tires herself, but needed A Little LIFT to purchase the other two. The LIFT was funded and she has been able to keep her job […]

LIFT 168 – four month Update

A single mom was in need of some car repairs in order to pass her inspection, make her child’s regular doctor appointments at Children’s Hospital and take her other child to Blueprints’ Head Start. With the repairs costing over $1,000, Blueprints’ partnership with Western Area Career & Technology Center, was able to get the repairs done […]

LIFT 158 – Thank you

To Blueprints and all those who donated to help us get our water heater replaced, a heartfelt thank you. You’ll never know how much it warms our hearts to know there are people out there who still care. Thank you again. Daniel, Samantha and Lucas

LIFT 140 – two month Update (11/9/18)

A single mom found herself in need of glasses in order to obtain her driver’s license and she did not have health insurance coverage. She had recently escaped a domestic violence situation and was trying her hardest to make a new life for herself and her five young boys. Her caseworker had referred her to […]

LIFT 142 – quick update

Single mom found herself without water service and was in serious jeopardy of losing her housing. Her caseworker suggested A Little LIFT when all other resources were exhausted. Within a day, our community came together and provided for her what she couldn’t. Her water service was turned back on, her crisis was resolved, and the […]

LIFT 103 – ten month Update

Lawrence was in danger of losing his transportation job because he could not afford proper work attire. He had been reprimanded several times. Donations through the LIFT project enabled him to purchase appropriate work clothes and he’s maintained his job through 10 months! This is no longer an issue for him. With additional assistance from […]

LIFT 120 – six month Update

Large family with three young children were in need of a clothes dryer; they have a steady income, but high utility bills and unexpected car repairs were preventing them from being able to purchase. The laundromat was geographically inconvenient, difficult with 3 young children, and expensive. Hanging clothes all over the house caused chaos. One […]

LIFT 115 – eight month Update

Large family struggling with expenses welcomed child number 7 without the ability to purchase crib and sheets. the LIFT network responded with money and donations to ensure the newborn girl would be well cared for. Caseworker and family very grateful for the outpouring of generosity! stock photography

LIFT 110 – nine month Update

Single mom with six kids was in need of weatherization for her home. Before she could get that assistance, she needed drywall work done. the LIFT network provided the cost of supplies, the work was done and she was able to access weatherization funds for her home. She now has new doors and windows and […]

LIFT 108 – nine month Update

3 year old needed dental work that the family could not afford and they do not have dental insurance. Two front teeth needed repaired to ensure proper alignment as her permanent teeth started to emerge. Dr. Geshay in Uniontown fixed her two front teeth and provided a complimentary cleaning and fluoride treatment as well.

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