05/21/2026
From sleeping on the streets to serving his country in one of the most advanced technical roles in the military. 🇺🇸
THIS is why we do what we do.
CCN met K. after he aged out of foster care, spent time couch surfing at friends’ houses, and eventually found himself homeless and sleeping outside. We quickly helped him secure housing and provided furniture, food, medical care, transportation, and other basic needs - but then came the most vital and time-intensive part of our work: case management, mentorship, and helping him believe in a future for himself again.
Healing from trauma and building trust takes time. But once we got there - and with the guidance of a retired military CCN case manager who mentored and encouraged him every step of the way - this young man began to truly shine.
Last week, after being recruited by multiple military branches because of his outstanding ASVAB score, K. left for basic training to begin his career as a Navy Cyber Warfare Technician.
Just think about that for a moment.
A young man who once had nowhere safe to sleep is now stepping into a future filled with purpose, stability, and opportunity.
We could not be more proud of him or more excited to see what his future holds.
Please join us in praying for K. as he begins this next chapter, and for the many other young adults in our Breakthrough Youth Program who are working every day to overcome homelessness, trauma, and impossible odds.
Thank you for being part of something life changing. Because of your support, young people are not only surviving homelessness - they are building stable, successful futures they can truly be proud of. 💙