A Personal Note About Ruth
I’ve known Ruth for more than 14 years, ever since she first joined the Speak Up family to sell magazines and transform her trajectory amidst difficiult circumstances.
She’s become a close friend and has been a source of great inspiration.
It is an honor to still be journeying with her after all these years. I’ve watched her overcome so many challenges and endure through much hardship, and to do so with unwavering faith and grit.
She’s an example to all that know her.
Ruth has some ongoing monthly needs as well as some larger one-time purchase needs that we’d love your help with.
Please feel free to contact me directly with any questions.
Matt Shaw,
Speak Up Executive Director
mattshaw@speakupmag.org.
Current Big Item Needs:
- New Phone — $250
- Hers is ancient. Need a modest upgrade so she can stay in touch and collect contactless payments.
- New Glasses — $300
- Essential. Being able to see is everything.
Ongoing Monthly Need — $300
Please consider becoming a financial partner on a recurring basis to help fill the gaps in areas like transportation, food, health, medication, supplies for her work, internet connectivity, etc.
Your donations are tax-deductible. Speak Up is a 501(c)3 Public Charity.