Illuminating Hope: The Reality of Homelessness
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Illuminating Hope: The Reality of Homelessness

Updated: Nov 29, 2023

"Anyone who has ever struggled with poverty knows how extremely expensive it is to be poor." - James Baldwin



Greetings, I'm George Young, Vice President at Lights Back On Inc.



George Young, Cofounder/Vice President at Lights Back On
George Young, Cofounder/Vice President

















Did you know that over 500,000 Americans face homelessness? In the land of the free, it's a stark reality. But before we judge, it's important to understand that homelessness knows no bounds, affecting individuals from all walks of life.



Lights Back On's goal is to address and help end poverty and homelessness.

Personal Experience: I once walked in their shoes. A former Department of the Treasury employee, I found myself homeless. The shame and tears were real. I was lucky to find shelter, but it came with its own set of challenges. Restricted freedoms echoed eerily, resembling incarceration.


Lights Back On provides energy bill assistance.

Marriage brought new struggles. No electricity or gas due to financial constraints. We cooked on a hotplate, huddled for warmth, and rationed resources. It was a choice between sustenance and basic amenities. No one should face such a dilemma. It's by divine grace that we're still here.



Lights Back On provides emergency financial assistance to low-income individuals and families.

The Birth of Lights Back On: This is why Lights Back On was born. We strive to be a lifeline for vulnerable communities, extending a hand to those struggling to meet their basic needs. Our mission is to guide individuals back to a place of stability and faith. Your support means the world to us.


Thank you for taking the time to listen, to extend your help, and for standing with us. Together, we are Lights Back On, dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those who need it most. God bless you!


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