"The Whatcom Dream is not just about building a better financial future, it's about changing the way you think about money, yourself and your community."
-Ally, single mother of two

"Values today lead to tomorrow’s accomplishments."
-Lisa, mother of four

"Hello. My name is Virgil and I am an ex-felon. My charge is delivery of a controlled substance. I have a wife and two kids that did every bit of time that I did (in prison). I would say they suffered as much or more than me. I thought that since I'm an ex-felon I would never again have the chance to improve life for my family or me but then the Whatcom Dream came into my life. I do have to tell you that at that point in my life I had given up hope for a better future. To think that someone like me would have a chance again is awesome!"
-Virgil

"The Whatcom Dream classes are so valuable, without the help of the mentors and tutors there I don't know where I'd be. Their help, encouragement, and patience inspired me not to give up. I now understand what my values and goals are. I am using my money, time and talent more wisely now and in a way that is more in line with what is best for my daughter and myself."
-Rhonda

"Through this course it looks like, for the first time, I am actually going to reach my dream of buying a home of my own. I want a stable foundation for my son and myself. The Whatcom Dream is helping me develop and actualize my plans. They are not handing me stacks of paper for me to fill out on my own, they are sitting down with me whenever I need to and helping me figure it all out. This is giving me new hope."
-Kate

"I can tell you that without a doubt, I would not be sober and free from drugs today without TWD's support."
-Ryan, father of two

"Since I started with TWD I have gotten a better job with more hours and better pay. My family now has a budget and we live within our means. I am getting off food stamps and state assistance soon and I am so proud of myself!"
-Brittney, mother of two