Carla explained she had a chronic heart condition and was struggling to make ends meet.

Later, she called needing bus fare for a job interview. I helped—and she got the job. It offered flexibility, health benefits, and hope.

We’ve kept in touch. Carla sends updates and once gave me a thank-you card with a gift card inside. She wanted to show Lani how to give back, no matter how little you have.

That one moment of kindness turned into a ripple of change—for all of us.