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What Could You Build?
When Melissa stood at the base of her mother Elizabeth’s front porch steps, she was overwhelmed—navigating thoughts about discharge paperwork, wheelchairs, and the reality that her mom couldn’t come home unless those steps somehow became a ramp. The cost felt overwhelming, and the timeline was urgent. Then Love INC of Cowlitz County stepped in. One of their Gap Ministry teams—skilled volunteers from local churches—arrived with lumber, tools, and willing hands. They built what Melissa could not—at no cost. That is what generosity looks like in…
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Light Begets Light
Love INC of Newaygo County, MI A couple of years ago, Love INC of Newaygo County was approached by a local employment agency with an opportunity to become a worksite host for disadvantaged kids. When Executive Director Michele Zimmerman’s team stepped out in faith, they quickly
Remembering Who I Was Before
I am a woman, mother, daughter, sister, aunt and an addict. In 2011, I was diagnosed with a genetic disorder and amongst the several prescriptions was a sneaky, lil’ pill that I found myself completely dependent on. After 8 years of becoming a part of a
The Family I Was Searching For
Three years ago, I walked into the Love INC of Heartland store feeling alone, overwhelmed, depressed, and scared. I was in a very difficult place in my life trying to raise four children as a single mom, going through a divorce, and living with friends. Although
Ready To Fight
The last year of my life has been one of the most challenging, most difficult, most rewarding and most beautiful of my life. I thank God for shining His light to guide me out of the darkness and show me that life is a thing worth
