Generosity Changes Everything

A young family found themselves grappling with a steep rise in living expenses. As a result of a recent raise, the father was no longer eligible for Medicaid—yet the monthly childcare bill still surged to $1,000. Faced with these unexpected financial strains, the family turned to Salty Family Services for assistance.

Guided by a family mentor, both parents diligently crafted a budget to navigate their new financial landscape. Their challenges grew as they discovered their lease required them to cover home repairs, including a hefty plumbing bill.

During their sessions with the mentor, another obstacle arose when their car broke down, leaving them stranded. Though they managed to borrow a family member’s vehicle temporarily, they soon began exploring options for a more permanent solution, even considering replacing their vehicle. As they were weighing their choices, a compassionate donor felt moved to donate a van to their family, marking a turning point in their journey.

As impactful as a physical object can be in changing someone’s life, this van has been integral to two tales of transformation. Embedded within its history is a figure pivotal to Salty Family Services, whose long-standing influence has benefitted a number of local families. This individual was also the van’s original owner. Several years ago, the van’s original owner gifted the van to a local father. This act was a profound blessing in that father’s life, meeting a critical need at a pivotal moment. Recently, that same father, feeling a similar divine prompting, passed the van and the blessing on to this new family.

Reflecting on their journey with Salty Family Services, this family’s young father expressed gratitude for the support, highlighting the impact of kindness amidst life’s challenges. He remarked that the world needs people like us to "be the light when there's a lot of darkness going on in the world.” Salty Family Services, with the generous support of so many, will continue to strive to serve as a beacon of light, offering assistance and hope to families in need.