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Jill’s credo is “[being] committed to creating a community where all people have safe and secure housing and hope for a better future.” And she means it. The proof is in her commitment through action. One such effort is a nonprofit she founded called Beyond New Beginnings, which supports and nurtures young moms and their children as they gain independence in safe, stable homes while being actively involved in the New Beginnings high school program, post-secondary education and/or employment. The program now houses four mothers and their children and is showing early success. One mom completed her associate’s degree and moved to her own home; two moms recently graduated from high school. Jill runs the operation and also serves as board secretary. She was an educator for the SouthWest Metro school district for 30 years, working with at-risk high school students. The community is in a much better place because of Jill’s care for others and how she inspires through service.

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