It took only one hour to change Francisco "Tony" Moran's life.  Since he was about 6 years old, Moran grew up in New Mexico's Hatch Valley, working on farms alongside his parents and siblings. However, Moran's parents wanted more for their children and emphasized getting a good education.

 
A child's success is tied to his or her family's stability and well-being, which is why CAP Tulsa uses a two-generation approach to address intergenerational poverty. The two-generation approach integrates both educational opportunities for young children with evidence-based educational, workforce readiness and parenting programs for their parents.

Mickey Beach, CEO, NeighborWorks Umpqua
Dennis Bartlett, director of Heartwood ReSources
NeighborWorks Umpqua's wholly owned subsidiary/social enterprise Heartwood ReSources

Maria Garciaz, Executive Director, NeighborWorks Salt Lake

Blanca Velez Beauchamp, Executive Director, Puerto Rico Neighborhood Housing Services

Challenge: Due to the current financial uncertainty, high unemployment rates and a devalued real estate market, residents of Puerto Rico have been afraid to invest money or buy houses; 500 families are migrating from the island every month.

Colin Kelley, CEO, NeighborWorks Western Pennsylvania

Challenge: To revitalize two struggling Pittsburgh neighborhoods by investing in people and leadership within those communities.

Sheila Rice, Executive Director, NeighborWorks Great Falls

Merten Bangemann-Johnson, CEO, NeighborWorks Umpqua

Challenge: The southern Oregon fishing industry was struggling as it faced global competition, with its seafood often sold to corporate buyers for export instead of to local residents. As a result, access to fresh seafood was limited.

By Endya Watson, communications and outreach fellow

David Price Executive Director, Nuestra Comunidad