
Archives: Stories

We’ve Come This Far: A Journey of Two Generations
JP Alumni Fellow Stasia Saunders shares the story of a trip with her daughter — and how her JP journey provided insight during a challenging moment.

Built by Moms, for Moms
Jeremiah Program alumni are advocating for public policy that works for all families.

JP Alumni Fellow Story: Ebony Williams
JP Alumni Fellow Ebony Williams’ experiences helped shape her as an educator and as an advocate for more openness around mental health.

JP Alumni Fellow Story: Kylie Schultz
JP Alumni Fellow Kylie Schultz firmly believes that owning and sharing our stories can help others and turn pain into something beautiful.

Collectively, We Are the Cavalry
During chaos and stress, we tend to retreat inward. JP President and CEO Chastity Lord challenges us to do the opposite.

JP Alumni Fellow Story: Cristina Guajardo
JP Alumni Fellow Cristina Guajardo is passionate about ensuring moms and their kids can thrive — including advancing affordable child care.

JP Alumni Fellow Story: Marissa Rodriguez
Access to affordable, stable housing is a significant part of JP Alumni Fellow Marissa Rodriguez’s experience and a major point of her advocacy.

How One Vision Sparked a Movement
JP founder Michael O’Connell discusses the program’s beginnings and what excites him about the future.

JP Alumni Fellow Story: Jill Heltemes
JP Alumni Fellow Jill Heltemes encourages moms to find their community because that support can make all the difference for their families.

No One Thrives Alone
JP Alumni Fellow Cristina Guajardo shares how community turned survival into joy — and why she’s paying it forward.