Center for Changing Lives

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Center for Changing Lives provides comprehensive support to serve, empower and advocate for community residents experiencing homelessness and housing instability so they may obtain and maintain permanent housing.

Validators

Marlen Marlen
I've been an Employment Coach with Center for Changing Lives for a year now. I provide employment one on one coaching with clients, I also coordinate with the employment team to connect clients with employment opportunities. I focus on services to the homeless via outreach and engagement… More
Imelda Imelda
I am a Housing and Financial Coach with Center for Changing Lives. I partner with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential, which is particularly important in today’s uncertain and complex environment. Coaches honor… More
Kayla Kayla
I am a Housing and Financial Coach with Center for Changing Lives. I partner with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential, which is particularly important in today’s uncertain and complex environment. Coaches honor… More
Peter Peter
I am an Employment Coach at the Center for Changing Lives. My job involves partnering with our clients to set and achieve goals. I work specifically with our client in our Information Technology training program. This is a 32 week long course, in which our students walk away with an industry… More
Jeanette Jeanette
I serve as the Early Childhood Initiative Financial Coaching Coordinator at Center for Changing Lives. As a finanical coaching coordinator, I build and maintain relationships with Early Childhood Education Centers (ECE) to provide one on one and group financial coaching to workers, parents, and… More
Joanna Joanna
I am a Business Solutions Coach that works to make connections with employers and match them with the clients that we are helping to find employment. I also conduct mock interviews, workshops, and host hiring events.

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11 supporters
Funded on 6/23/2015

Nathanial from Chicago, IL

Working & ready for a better job. Getting my Class D license is the next step.

I am looking for a new position in custodial work, which requires a Class D driver's license. I need to take a driving class & then take the test. More

Validated by Kayla from Center for Changing Lives

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14 supporters
Funded on 1/5/2015

Jose from Chicago, IL

Ready to apply for a job with the transit system, but I need work gear to get hired.

As a construction worker, I have the skills for the job, but I need work boots, safety gear, and a uniform to get hired. More

Validated by Marlen from Center for Changing Lives

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10 supporters
Funded on 2/18/2015

Griselle from Chicago, IL

I've been offered a job! All I need to start is work uniforms & bus fare.

I can take the job offer at an assisted living facility if I get uniforms. I'm homeless, so getting a job will open big doors for me and my kids. More

Validated by Marlen from Center for Changing Lives

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4 supporters
Funded on 10/23/2015

Armando from Chicago, IL

Training to work in IT. I need an industry-recognized certification to get a job!

Obtaining this certification is important in my job search, will help me move toward financial stability & is the only barrier that can deter me. More

Validated by Kayla from Center for Changing Lives

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3 supporters
Funded on 11/25/2015

Chris from Chicago, IL

Young father getting back on my feet! I need $195 exam fee for my IT certification

I'm taking an IT class and need help paying for my exam fee. I'm confident I can pass the exam but the test fee is prohibitively expensive. More

Validated by Kayla from Center for Changing Lives

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6 supporters
Funded on 2/29/2016

Angel from Chicago, IL

I have overcome homelessness. Help me reacquire my small business materials!

I lost most of my materials in storage while I was homeless during the last year. Now that I have stable housing, I'm eager to start working again. More

Validated by Kayla from Center for Changing Lives

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6 supporters
Funded on 3/14/2016

Mitch from Chicago, IL

Professional attire & transit passes will enable me to succeed in my job search.

My goal is to find a stable clerical job. Transit passes and professional clothes are important for my search and success! More

Validated by Kayla from Center for Changing Lives

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5 supporters
Funded on 2/19/2016

Luis from Chicago, IL

Ready to start fresh as a realtor! Need help paying for the class and exam fees.

A veteran real estate agent is ready to take me under their wing. I just need to take the class then the state exam to get started! More

Validated by Kayla from Center for Changing Lives

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8 supporters
Funded on 6/14/2016

Doug from Chicago, IL

Formerly homeless veteran. Bus passes will allow me to begin my job training program.

I'm starting a 4-month A+ Certification program. I need bus passes to make it there to start my career in Information Technology. More

Validated by Kayla from Center for Changing Lives

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6 supporters
Funded on 7/7/2016

Lee from Chicago, IL

I became unemployed after a stroke. Bus passes will help me get back to work.

Three 30 day bus passes will enable me to get back to work in a job that keeps me happy and healthy! More

Validated by Kayla from Center for Changing Lives

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6 supporters
Funded on 11/15/2016

Jackie from Chicago, IL

I work in massage therapy. I just need to pay testing fees to get my license.

I need to take the MBLEX Exam in order to receive my massage therapist's license. I have been studying for the test for the past six months! More

Validated by Kayla from Center for Changing Lives

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1 supporter
Funded on 5/5/2017

Deborah from Chicago, Illinois

Homeless and looking for work. I just need the right attire to wear to the interview

I have been called for several interviews and feel that if i had the proper attire I can become employed. More

Validated by Kayla from Center for Changing Lives

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3 supporters
Funded on 12/4/2017

Shawn from Chicago, IL

A car will help me start work & rebuild—just need to cover the registration costs!

I am ready to be my own boss by becoming a ride-share driver. All that's standing in my way is getting my car registered and insured. More

Validated by Kayla from Center for Changing Lives

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4 supporters
Funded on 6/1/2019

Trice from Chicago, IL

Working towards a stable job. Getting my CDL license will help me get there.

Having my Class B Driver's License (CDL) will help me advance my career and work as a bus servicer. I need $355 to pay the road test fee! More

Validated by Joanna from Center for Changing Lives

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5 supporters
Funded on 7/5/2019

Toni from Chicago, IL

I'm a veteran working hard to start my own salon! I'm close & need basic gear to open

I have 20 yrs experience as a nail tech & aesthetician. I'm ready to start my own salon but need to replace equipment stolen during my move to Chicago More

Validated by Joanna from Center for Changing Lives

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3 supporters
Funded on 9/12/2019

Diana from Chicago, IL

Single mother; I need to pay for a few weeks of daycare while I find a job!

I've been working with CFCL to find work, but I need someone to care for my youngest child. Once I get my first paycheck, I can start paying myself. More

Validated by Joanna from Center for Changing Lives

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5 supporters
Funded on 10/14/2019

Jennifer from Chicago, IL

I want to set an example for my daughter and start my own business.

I've been in the employment program at CFCL for 6 months; now I'm ready to start a photography business. I need a camera and laptop to get started! More

Validated by Joanna from Center for Changing Lives

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6 supporters
Funded on 6/25/2019

Courtney from Chicago, IL

I've been in an Office Careers program but I can't afford the bus pass anymore.

I've been learning to use software in an office setting with classes and interning at the CFCL. A few months' bus fare will let me finish my program! More

Validated by Peter from Center for Changing Lives

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9 supporters
Funded on 8/24/2019

Goldie from Chicago, IL

Starting a music career is twice as hard w/o support. Help me hire a vocal coach!

I want to be a voice empowering women of color through my rock-metal band. I'm working part time; vocal lessons could help me reach the next level! More

Validated by Joanna from Center for Changing Lives

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6 supporters
Funded on 12/3/2019

Hokulani from Chicago, IL

Bus fare for a 24-week computer class will help me land work + move past homelessness

My son and I recently became homeless. I found a course to help me get an office job, but need help with transportation. More

Validated by Joanna from Center for Changing Lives

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