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when the system fails: Injustice. Two Saturdays. two deaths.
Today marks four years since Billy died, April 10, 2021. He was released from jail just four days before, where he had served time for...
Brandy Chard
Apr 103 min read


From Fear to Faith: How Billy Led Me to the Streets
One week after Billy died, I found myself driving with no destination, just a heavy heart and a need to feel close to him. I ended up at...
Brandy Chard
Mar 313 min read


Billy's Story: A Cycle of Injustice and Loss
Billy’s story is one we’ve heard too many times. A man trapped in the cycle of homelessness, repeatedly arrested for trespassing—just...
Brandy Chard
Mar 282 min read


From Never Asking to Asking for Everything: My Nonprofit Journey
Oh, the irony of life! Having been raised to NEVER ask for anything ("You don't work, you don't eat) philosophy, and starting a...
Brandy Chard
Mar 262 min read


Welcome to our Journey: From Hospitality to Homeless Outreach
Hello and welcome! I never imagined I’d be here, writing this blog as the Founder and Executive Director of a homeless nonprofit. At 61,...
Brandy Chard
Mar 262 min read
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