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Getting Ahead

Building resources for a better future

  • 8-10 week workshops
  • Small group motivational discussions
  • Trained facilitators
  • All materials provided
  • Participation stipend

Community Program Delivers Eye Opening Experience

As a participant in the program, you will:

  • Discover the hidden rules of economic class differences
  • Identify obstacles to financial stability
  • Explore personal & community resources
  • Explore community resources
  • Develop goals and create a “future story”

“The Secret to Getting Ahead is Getting Started”

“Every Great Journey Begins with One Brave but Small Step””

Start yours with us!

The Community Getting Ahead Program is offered in the Fall and Spring at various locations in the community. Getting Ahead is also offered to residents of the Drexel Homeless Shelter. The Shelter program is ongoing.

Who can become part of the Community Program?

  • Community residents living in the Fond du Lac area
  • All genders are welcome
  • Open to all ages
  • Individuals and family groups
  • All persons needing support & guidance

Get Involved in our Fond du Lac Community Program

Getting ahead is always in need of volunteers to maintain and advance its success in helping to improve everyday life skills.

Become a part of our:

Please contact :
Community Getting Ahead Program Manager
Carol Schumacher
920-979-9120
[email protected]

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"Getting Ahead" program at St. Vincent de Paul.

Content of the Getting Ahead workbook

  • Module 1: My Life know- Investigate poverty; what is it like for us and our community
  • Module 2: Theory of Change - Be free from solving same problems again and again
  • Module 3: The Rich/Poor Gap and Research on Causes of Poverty-Understand poverty
    from different perspectives
  • Module 4: Hidden rules of Economic Class - Learn, understand, and be able to use the
    Hidden Rules of the wealthy, middle class and the poor
  • Module 5: The Importance of Language - Investigate formal register and negotiation as
    powerful tools in language
  • Module 6: Eleven Resources - Investigate resources other than finances
  • Module 7: Self-Assessment of Resources - Conduct self-assessment of your own resources
  • Module 8: Community Assessment - Investigate community resources
  • Module 9: Building Resources - Build resources to establish economic stability
  • Module 10: Personal and Community Plans - Develop a detailed plan for my future story

 

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Getting Ahead News

Soroptimist International donation to Getting Ahead program.

Soroptimists International Donation

November 18, 2024

Soroptimists International Supports the SVDP Getting Ahead Program with $500 Donation We’re excited to share some wonderful news! Soroptimists International has generously donated $500 to support the St. Vincent de…