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Thank You, Space Center Rotary,
for your Random Act of Kindness!
Stephanie Hornung, CIS Campus Coordinator at McWhirter Elementary with students
A single mother of 4 came to the Communities In Schools - Bay Area office at McWhirter Elementary holding an eviction notice in her hand. She had three days to pay her rent. While speaking with her, the CIS Campus Coordinator realized this was her last chance at keeping her home. She had already called or visited several social service offices around town to no avail. Mom had hoped to get some extra hours at work, but that didn't happen. CIS got right to work and contacted Space Center Rotary and was put in touch with someone in charge of their "Random Acts of Kindness" program. Within 12 hours, Rotary had the approval to assist this family and presented her with a $1,000 check to pay rent. Needless to say there were tears of joy, relief, and appreciation in the CIS office. CIS also provided the mom with information about the United Way Thrive program to help her improve her monthly income and budget for future month's expenses. It was WIN-WIN day for everyone.
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