Dwayne reached out for help via Facebook. We have had several meetings so far and already a smile has reappeared on his face. He was finally given hope by people who understand what it is like to feel all alone in this world.  We were able to get him a State ID immediately.  Now we can use resources and/or networks for him as almost every agency requires an ID for services. Even cold shelters and food pantries.

I am truly grateful for the brave men and women who protect our city on a daily basis. Watching them assist an individual they've personally encountered dozens of times, completely turn their life around. And to see the genuine smiles on their faces brings a joy to my heart. Believe me, the officers are witnessing a truly rare reunion. Up until 4 years ago these same officers were placing me in handcuffs. Today it's hand shakes and smiles.       - Samuel Landis of 'Maslow's Army'   

Samuel is a lifetime resident of Greater Cincinnati, who spent over 20 years living on the downtown streets of Cincinnati. For over 25 years Samuel self medicated on street drugs due to untreated  and misdiagnosed  mental illness. He received his CNA  on May 11 2017  at Gateway Community Technical College. Samuel is now taking classes at N.K.U. In the Human services program. He currently holds above a 3.5 G.P.A. He served as Vice President  of student government and severed on the judicial board while at Gateway. He is Peer Support Certified as well as Green Dot trained, Narcan trained, C.P.R. First Aid and took courses in suicide prevention. being clean and sober for well over 2 years. Samuel is on the student committee  of N.A.A.D.A.C. (National Association of addiction counselors) as well as serving on the work force commitee of O.A.A.D.A.C.(the Ohio association of addiction counselors) His passion is working with the homeless and less fortunate sharing his story of success.

Bruce is a lifetime resident of Greater Cincinnati. He recently Retired as a Computer systems analyst. Bruce has always been a humanitarian. His philosophy is to help who ever you can wherever you are with what you have it.

Susan is a graduate of Gateway Community and Technical College. She graduated with her Associates Degree. On May 11 2017 she earned her CNA. She is currently working towards her Bachelor's in Social Work. Susan carries a current 3.7 G.P.A. Susan is a certified peer support specialist as well. Susan serves with her husband Samuel  on the student committee of N.A.A.D.A.C. and serves on the work force committee of O.A.A.D.A.C. Susan loves working directly with the less fortunate. Her belief is that we all need to leave the world a better place than when we got here. 

Teri Meinzer is a registered nurse and founder of Tri-State Disability Advocates. She assists people through the process of obtaining disability for their physical and mental health issues. She will assist through many stages from application through denials and appearing with them before an administrative law Judge.  She can be contacted through www.tri-statedisability.com

David Meyer has lived his entire life in the Cincinnati Metro area. David has devoted many tireless years to helping others afflicted with alcoholism find sobriety and become productive members of society. David's life revolves around faith and family and knows what it's like to be without. His hope is to reach those who need a helping hand to reach their greatest potential. Amongst his greatest treasures are his wife and children, his faith, and those he works with to achieve a sober life. David has worked many years in the medical field and finds solace in the simple things in life, such as a smile or seeing faith work through him to help others.

Joe Abbott, Managing Director of JLAbbott LLC, is a seasoned business executive with over 20 years of experience. He is skilled in the acquisition and cultivation of long-term C-level Business-to-Business relationships. Joe assists his customers in driving major initiatives and account management oversight in the design, development, and delivery of leading edge, multi-year, multimillion dollar focused solutions. As a senior business executive with IBM Global Services and Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Tele-Tech, Joe Abbott has provided the most robust, predictive intelligence on customer behavior. He continuously validates how customers build connections with business, including which sales tactics are most motivating customers to buy from our clients.  He also shows how connections impact financial outcomes. Joe holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Thomas More College, and a MBA from the Kellogg School of Management.