How We Care
Family Stories
"The first time meeting Ginger and getting a hug from her was amazing. She is truly a living angel helping out others and giving us guidance as needed to follow the paths we have ahead of us." – Jamie
"It is amazing to find others that are here to help out in a time of need and S.O.U.L.’s network is amazing to get help to those who need it. If you need a shoulder to cry on or having Santa come to the house to ensure that your child has a good Christmas. The members of S.O.U.L are angels that can pick you up and help out thru a rough spot in life." – Jamie
"Then, when the Holidays were drawing near, I was really surprised -and very grateful because I had no idea if I would have anything to wrap... My 11 year old said it was the best Christmas he ever had! I will always be appreciative for the unexpected food and gifts- and the love that came with them." – Rebecca
"A few years ago a women, shared with me a way to help others with no limitations on what would be considered a time of need. I was so impressed by what she was trying to do I said if you ever need any help please just ask! Well, I was asked a few times to help out, and I was able to get that sense of what she wanted to accomplish with this dream of hers.
A year later I was going through a not so nice divorce and was taken for almost all of my income by the court system. I had walked away from an 18 year marriage and three beautiful children, with a lot of debt, a lot of unpaid bills and a lot of hurt. The courts came up with their decision and they had left me with nothing to live on. I was working two jobs everyday and still did not have enough to make ends meet, and sinking into a terrible uncomfortable unknown place for me. The word some how made it's way back to S.O.U.L. and within 24 hours someone was reaching out from her organization and the dream she had shared with me only a year ago. A kind understanding compassionate person who was not judging how I had gotten to where I was, but how they could help me make it through it. I was so taken back that I was the one on the receiving end that I did not know how to accept, but the person that contacted me from S.O.U.L made me feel so comfortable that I could not resist her assistance.
The donations they have given me do not come close to the love that they have given. The people at S.O.U.L. are willing to do what they can for others and at the same time give them love – I feel we all need that more than everything else. I have not totally over come my hard times but my outlook on the whole thing is so much more positive, just knowing that I have the people from S.O.U.L as a part of my life." – Tim T.
"My husband had lost his job and we got very behind in our bills. We were living on very little income, especially for a family of ten. S.O.U.L. helped us out tremendously! They provided us with groceries, diapers etc…on more than one occasion. Then, at Christmas, they were right there for us again. They blessed all eight of our children with presents: gift cards, toys, books, DVD’s and clothes. They even gave us a delicious ham for our Christmas dinner. We were so humbled and grateful for their kindness and generosity! I am happy to report that my husband has recently gotten a great paying job so now our family is getting back on our feet. We are very thankful that S.O.U.L. was there for us when we needed some help. What a generous and loving organization!" – Marguerite
"S.O.U.L. has been a sincere loving community of support. I have 2 small children under the age of 6 years old. I am the sole provider for the children. S.O.U.L. has been instrumental in hearing and supporting our needs. Since the economy has not been so thriving, I have had to ask for help wherever I feel support might be had. It's been humbling and healing. Asking has been difficult for me due to shameful feelings and facing embarrassment. S.O.U.L has assisted our family in maintaining our dignity while asking for the assistance we need. My children had Christmas gifts delivered to them that were exactly what I was thinking of but did not convey necessarily. This told me that our hearts our truly connected and that the love and acceptance I have felt through this organization is truly real. I thank S.O.U.L, for their vision in helping us and other families in need." – Sherrel
"I am so grateful to S.O.U.L. for coming to our rescue. We are a family of thirteen and in November of 2005 we lost our home and everything in it. S.O.U.L. sent to us beautiful people to help us in every way. They supplied us with everything from food and clothing to furniture and money. We just thank God for S.O.U.L."
– Maurita