In Their Words: The Pandemic
Inspiring stories of how grantees are responding to COVID with our help.
“… Many positive changes to BTCTE occurred during the pandemic. I had the opportunity to step back and reevaluate the organization and how best to help victims of trafficking.“
— Evan Robbins, Breaking the Chain Through Education
“Seeing the disparity in this time of crisis fueled my passion to help and engage others to help all the more.“
— Paul Muratore, Connections Mentor
“Coming out of the pandemic, we will continue to connect Detroit Horse Power’s work in our region to the national effort to create pathways for under-represented communities.“
— David Silver, Detroit Horse Power
“I have a deeper resolve in the sacredness of reflection and rest — the two coupled together make me a better leader, social entrepreneur, and Good Person.“
— Courtney Smith, Detroit Phoenix Center
“I feel I have seen the best of us — and I am hopeful.“
— Pam Koner, Family-to-Family
“The rest re-energized me physically and mentally, and reminded me of the importance of taking care of myself so that I’m able to continue taking care of others.“
— Abby Sondak, Just Imagine
“Despite working with community-based resource centers every day, I did not realize how critical these places were until the pandemic took them away.“
— Max Levitt, Leveling the Playing Field
“Although we all look forward to frequent in-person gatherings, the pandemic has brought to elders truly unexpected connections.“
— Irene Zola, LiLY — Lifeforce in Later Years
“I am trying hard to become one of the good people. I am uncertain as to whether my efforts will succeed, but I am convinced of the nobleness of this struggle.“
— Stuart Chesner, Magen
“… Connections with new individuals and communities provided us with a sense of hope that we can continue to make an impact.“
— Dr. Michal Wosner, MARVA
