Renee is a single mother from Tarpon Springs who found herself in a season of heartbreak and uncertainty that no parent should ever have to endure.
With two young daughters looking up to her every day and a new life growing inside of her, Renee carried the weight of the world on her shoulders. Her children’s future depended on her, yet despite her courage and determination, she was staring down the terrifying reality of eviction.
For weeks, Renee did everything she could to keep her family safe. She applied for help, reached out to agencies, and hoped that one of the many doors she knocked on would finally open. But instead, she was met with silence, denials, or closed doors. The rent fell further behind. The eviction notice came closer. And as she watched her little girls sleep at night, she fought back tears, wondering where they would go if they lost their home.
But Renee never gave up. What sets her apart is her unshakable spirit—she refused to let fear paralyze her. Instead of sitting back, she worked tirelessly, calling, applying, reaching out to anyone who might listen. Her perseverance led her to St. Ignatius Church in Tarpon Springs, who in turn reached out to us at Crisis Connect.
By the time we connected, eviction was imminent. Renee’s time had run out. But through the partnership of Crisis Connect and St. Vincent de Paul, the impossible became possible. Together, we stepped in to pay her rent, halt the eviction, and keep Renee and her children in their home.
The relief was overwhelming. For the first time in weeks, Renee could breathe again. The crushing weight lifted from her shoulders, replaced by something she hadn’t felt in far too long—hope. Her daughters would not be uprooted. Her pregnancy would not be overshadowed by homelessness. She had a safe place to call home.
And then, just when it seemed her story couldn’t get brighter, Renee shared even more good news—she had just been hired for a new job with strong pay. After so much uncertainty, she finally had the stability to begin building a stronger future for herself and her family.
This is more than just a story about financial hardship. It is the story of a mother who fought with everything she had to protect her children, and a community that refused to let her fight alone. It’s a reminder that when compassion and action come together, miracles happen.
Because of that partnership, Renee and her children are safe. And because of her courage, they now have not just stability—but a future filled with hope.
