Carla (14) dreams of attending Stanford to study psychology or medicine. She won a writing contest on the impact of violence and was awarded a trip to Washington, D.C. However, while the trip was funded, meals during travel days and lunches were not covered, and despite support from teachers and the County Adult Probation Office with essentials like luggage and toiletries, the family still needed help with food. Alice's Kids provided Visa gift cards to ensure the student and her mother had enough for meals.
"The student was very excited and appreciative of the gift card. It was a great relief for her to know that she and her mom would not have to worry about meals for the trip. This assistance allowed the student to focus fully on the experience, rather than stressing over basic needs. The student enjoyed the trip without worry, participating in unique opportunities and meeting influential figures.”
-Family Care Coordinator
San Antonio TXMarcus (18) lost both parents in middle school and moved to Chicago to live with his elderly grandparents, who are on a fixed income. Despite working multiple jobs to support his household, he excels academically, plays jazz bass, participates in competitive debate and freelances as a photographer. However, at debate tournaments, he has struggled financially, even skipping team meals and relying on friends for food. Alice's Kids stepped in to provide a gift card, allowing him to focus on the competition without worrying about meals.
“Marcus had a great time at the tournament! Without financial worry, he could focus on debating, enjoy the experience with his team, and allow him to fully engage and build connections with other debaters. This assistance had a profound impact on his confidence and performance, making the tournament a positive and memorable experience. He is now finishing up his senior year and preparing to go to DePauw University in the fall with a full Posse scholarship.”
-Social Worker
Chicago IL