Eleanor
My job title is Resource Specialist. I have been in this position since August 2012, when I was promoted from Open Case Manager.
My work involves assisting individuals in The Employment Project (one of our employment training programs) in finding housing, clothing, medical, dental, and other resources. I work in the Career Services department, which anyone who has gone through our four week employment preparation training workshops can access at any point in time.
What I like about my job is when participants come into my office and tell me good news, such as getting a new apartment or showing off a pair of glasses. I also love visiting the workshops that all of our participants go through, because I get to experience a piece of individuals' transformations before I start working with them.
Inspiration Corporation is a great organization because a central part of our mission is treating people with dignity and respect. We take that seriously here. This goes for all stakeholders--participants, staff, volunteers, donors, etc. There are many different people who are involved with Inspiration, but one thing we have in common is our passion. I've been extremely impressed by the drive of everyone here, despite the challenges people face on a daily basis.
Organization
Inspiration Corporation- In an atmosphere of dignity and respect, Inspiration Corporation helps people who are affected by homelessness and poverty to improve their lives and increase self-sufficiency through the provision of social services, employment training and housing.
Each year, Inspiration Corporation works with… More
Needs validated
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$312of $300
8 supporters
Funded on 4/4/2013
Pierre
from Chicago, IL
I need a bedroom set for my new apartment so I can sleep and do well in school. Right now I sleep on the floor and have nowhere to keep my clothes. More
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$185of $185
3 supporters
Funded on 5/28/2013
Tony
from Chicago, IL
I am studying to become a paralegal, but after beating bedbugs, I need new furniture so I can do schoolwork and group projects at home. More
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$95of $95
2 supporters
Funded on 6/24/2013
Bill
from Chicago, IL
My goal is to have good nutrition and health. A chair for the shower will keep me from slipping. A microwave will let me cook and heat up hot packs. More
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$525of $525
8 supporters
Funded on 9/27/2013
Antoinette
from Chicago, IL
I've been practicing haircuts for the homeless community but my tools were stolen from the back of my wheelchair. With new tools I can get my license. More
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$755of $755
20 supporters
Funded on 12/4/2013
Jim
from Chicago, IL
I need an evaluation to qualify for an available job in the transit system. My goal is to work my way up to conductor & send my daughter to college. More
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$675of $675
13 supporters
Funded on 12/18/2013
Dominique
from Chicago, IL
I'm on a fixed income and can't afford furniture. Meeting this need will give my girls a place to sleep and help our apartment feel like a home. More
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$90of $90
2 supporters
Funded on 10/18/2013
Henry
from Chicago, IL
I need a microwave to cook food & an iron to keep my clothes looking tidy as I redevelop my life from being in a transitional shelter to my own place. More
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$465of $370
6 supporters
Funded on 1/17/2014
Niecy
from Chicago, IL
A new bed and a walker will help ease my chronic pain and, ultimately, help me get back to school, function better, and be self-sufficient. More
Validated by Eleanor from Inspiration Corporation