Ways that YOU have given Hope!

When Linda’s 15-year-old daughter was seriously injured in a car accident, Linda put everything else aside to be there for her daughter. She has spent these past months caring for her, supporting her through a long and difficult recovery, and doing everything she can to help her heal. Being there for her daughter meant stepping away from work, and that sacrifice has left Linda struggling to keep up with rent and facing the possibility of eviction. The O’Neill Foundation of Ho

Melissa has faced more than her share of challenges. Living with Type 1 diabetes and having experienced three heart attacks since 2020, she has continued to push forward while managing her health and working to rebuild her life. After losing her physically demanding job in August due to health issues, Melissa found herself facing an unexpected financial setback. But she didn’t let that stop her. She recently completed her PCA certification and has already started a new positi

When a fire broke out in a neighboring apartment, Carol’s home was unexpectedly damaged, leaving her facing expenses she never could have anticipated. Already doing her best to make ends meet while managing many health challenges, the added financial burden was overwhelming. The O’Neill Foundation of Hope was honored to provide financial assistance to help with some of the unexpected costs and give Carol a little breathing room during this difficult time. Sometimes a little h

Mia is working incredibly hard to build a better future for herself. She’s working full-time in an Allina apprenticeship program she truly loves and is just months away from graduating. When her car unexpectedly broke down, she made the tough decision to purchase another vehicle so she could continue getting to work. While that decision allowed her to keep pursuing her dreams, the added financial burden left her short on rent. We’re honored to come alongside Mia during this d

Sometimes one unexpected tragedy can change everything for a family. This summer, Aunestie's partner was the victim of a horrific shooting while visiting family in Chicago. He survived but suffered serious injuries and faces months of recovery and rehabilitation before he can return home. Despite working fulltime and doing everything she can to move forward, the sudden loss of her partner’s income left her struggling to catch up on rent and facing the possibility of eviction.

Some seasons bring more hardship than anyone should have to carry alone. Tabitha has endured tremendous loss, including the deaths of several family members, while also facing serious medical challenges of her own. With a painful knee condition requiring surgery and additional health complications, Tabitha has been unable to work and fell behind on rent. Her third-floor apartment had also become difficult and unsafe for her, making a move to a first-floor unit especially impo

A few years ago, Emily survived a nearly fatal hit-and-run accident involving a stolen vehicle that left her with devastating injuries, permanent nerve damage, chronic pain, and the need for numerous surgeries. Just 11 months later, she courageously returned to work as a restaurant server to keep up with her bills, but today, the lasting effects of her injuries make working full time impossible. Despite everything she has endured, Emily remains incredibly positive and determi

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Imagine suddenly losing sensation in your legs. That's the reality Amber faced almost two years ago, a journey that led to the diagnosis of a rare spinal cord stroke. It's a debilitating condition, and the emotional and physical toll on her and her family has been immense. Recently however, Amber learned of a new life-changing treatment in Texas. Unfortunately, this treatment is not covered by insurance, creating an additional financial burden for her family. Thanks to your g

Meet J, a devoted and wonderful mother. Her family’s lives changed instantly when her young son suffered injuries from a daycare they thought could be trusted. These severe injuries left her son literally disabled overnight. In spite of this tragedy, and with a positive and dedicated spirit, J works tirelessly to take care of her son and her children. As a single parent, her work of course has been affected. And the emotional and financial toll has been immense, a true hardsh

Today we were truly inspired by the strength and resilience of Prince and his family. After receiving a rare cancer diagnosis, Prince has...