"A couple of weeks ago I got discouraged," said Special Terry, a nine-year veteran of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. "My daughter said 'I hope what happened to you doesn't make you forget about your dreams and aspirations.'" ...
Summer Fellow Susanne Hansen is featured in the New York Post for her unique, hands-on internship with LIFT-The Bronx. The article showcases Susanne's many successes finding clients housing and childcare, and how her experience working with LIFT has influenced her future career path. ...
On June 28th, LIFT-Philadelphia reached a significant milestone in its fight against poverty. In less than one year LIFT-Philadelphia provided more than 2,000 clients with crucial tools to overcome unemployment, inadequate housing, and financial instability despite the volatile state of the nation ...
LIFT honored Marne Obernauer Jr.’s dedication and leadership over the last 11 years as Chairman of the National Board of Directors on June 10, 2010. He passed the role to Michael Gilligan, a founding partner of Heritage Partners and active philanthropist in the Boston community. ...
LIFT-Cambridge volunteer Liz Powers was hooked on serving people in her community from the first time she volunteered as a freshman with a local homeless shelter. She became deeply invested in the needs of the people seeking refuge there and wanted to develop more meaningful, impactful relation ...