“There were certain words we heard again and again from moms at the end of this program, especially strong, independent and empowered. They learned that they really do have choices in life and can take back control over their futures. “I am becoming a strong-willed, independent mother and person: the best version of myself!” — […]
“This was a brave group of women who weren’t afraid to look deeply into what might be making success more difficult for them and talk openly about it with each other. They kept working together as a group, pushing themselves, until the very last day. At Climb, we create the group structure very intentionally as […]
“The first word that comes to mind for these women is resilience. With an average wage of $13/hour and paid benefits, they can now successfully support their families and have an opportunity for career growth in the nursing field. They all bring a diverse set of skills to their employers and a common passion for […]
“Before Climb, these women were making tough choices in life: whether to put gas in their cars or have money for rent, buy groceries or have heat in the middle of winter. This meant a lot of stress and chaos in their lives. Even with these challenges, they didn’t give up and were so committed […]
“Before Climb, I was living with my mom and working two minimum wage jobs. I wasn’t on my feet. My son was almost 3 at that point, and I felt like it was time for us to both start having a life. My son Robin is my little super hero sidekick. I love him so […]
(Above: These three sisters all graduated from different CNA trainings in Casper and now share an employer and the joy of self-sufficiency.) Brittney found her way to Climb Wyoming first—she had been trying to finish college but it just wasn’t working as a single mom and she was falling behind. Her sisters Ashley and […]
“Mom and Kid Night” is a special gathering during the Climb program when participants get to meet each other’s families. These photos from our Sweetwater Area program will show you the smiles you are helping create by supporting Climb Wyoming. Want to help single mothers in Wyoming move their families out of poverty? Donate today!
(Above: Climb participants complete the statement “I Am Becoming…” later in the program as a way to share how they’ve come to see themselves differently.) Asking for a raise can be nerve-wracking—just ask Stacie McDonald, Climb Wyoming’s program director in Gillette. She coaches Climb graduates who have reached success in their careers and need extra […]
At 18, Chyna was still in high school when she had her first son. “When he kept getting sick, I dropped out,” she says. “I just accepted the fact that I wasn’t going to do much with my life, that I wasn’t going to finish school like my mom even though I had potential.” Two […]
Watch as Climb participants take to the wheel during their Commercial Driving training in Laramie. Their new skills have set these single mothers on career paths driving school buses, construction trucks, beverage vehicles, daycare vans, and more! Behind the Wheel: Single Moms in Laramie Learn Commercial Driving from Climb Wyoming on Vimeo.
