Jasmine

In 2008, Jasmine came to Carpenter’s Shelter with her husband and three small daughters. Five years later she supporting her three daughters alone and working toward earning a degree in nursing thanks to the support of Carpenter’s Scholarship Program.

Ms. Williams

Upon arriving at Carpenter’s Shelter, Ms. Williams had never paid market rent for an apartment, ever. (more…)

Mr. C

Trisha’s Story

Trisha and her husband emigrated from Eritrea in 2005. Within a few months of arriving in the United States, Trisha became pregnant. (more…)

Mr. Williams

Mr. Williams, like so many residents before him, ended up at Carpenter’s Shelter because of a lack of affordable housing in the DC Metro area. (more…)