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Susan and John live in Snohomish County, Washington with their three children. Until recently, John worked full-time and the family lived with Susan's mother. The couple struggled to pay all their bills and save enough money to move into a place of their own. When the situation worsened, the family had to move out, but had nowhere to go.

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When 14-year-old Lavonda Gray first interviewed for a job with One Economy Corporation, she was far from excited. The whole thing had been her mother's idea. But when interviewers asked her about her favorite websites, she brightened. Her answer was not MySpace or YouTube.

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Four-year-old Oscar has faced a lot of difficulties in his short life. His father was incarcerated, and before being taken in by an aunt, Oscar spent time living on the street with his homeless mother. Given his tumultuous history, it was no surprise when Oscar started acting out in child care.

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Technology Helps BUILD Academic Success

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Building Healthy Families with Improved Technology

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Technology Helps Kids Realize Their Potential

City Mission's goal is to help Detroit youth develop academically, giving them the opportunity to graduate and achieve their career goals. City Mission started tutoring 7 children with 7 volunteers in 1998. Today, it works with over 100 kids and 65 volunteers.

Harnessing Technology to Help Heal

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Increased visibility and efficiency through technological improvements

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