For KC, coming to Good Sam was a direct answer to prayer.
After losing his well-paying job, his savings quickly dwindled, and he had to leave his apartment and eventually even had to sell his car.
With winter in full swing and nowhere to go, KC found temporary refuge at Ann’s Heart Winter Shelter while continuing his job search.
Three months passed. Winter was over, the shelter was closing, and KC still hadn’t found work.
He didn’t know what to do or where to go—until one Sunday morning, when he felt a tug on his heart to go to church.
So, KC walked into Journeyman Church in Phoenixville. “I had ‘bad day’ written all over my face,” he shared. “I’m out on the street at the end of the week and I have no idea what I’m going to do next.”
An usher noticed and introduced himself. Before long, KC was connected with a man who knew one of our house managers here at Good Sam and four days later, he was moving into our emergency housing, ready for a new season of life.
Rebuilding Life with Purpose
With the support of Good Sam and a roof over his head, KC started working toward stability and reaching his goals. The first step: finding a job.
He looked for weeks and finally a door opened through a surprising , but perfect, option.
KC began working with friends who run Kingdom Kale, a small business on a mission to change lives through healthy food.
More than just making kale chips, Kingdom Kale’s ministry arm, GodFeeds, delivers vegan meals, smoothies, and fresh produce to families living in food deserts.
At Kingdom Kale, KC’s not only paying off his bills, he’s making in impact day after day—and he loves it. “That is one of the most satisfying things I’ve ever been a part of,” he shared.
To supplement his income, KC also picked up a job as a cashier at the local Giant grocery store. Even there, he finds purpose. He wants every person to know that they are more than just the next person in line, they are someone he cares about.
“The money comes, and the money goes,” he explained reflecting on his two jobs.
“That’s how it’s been all my life. But being able to see … the light and life that Christ has put in me light up other people like one candle lights another and no flame is lost … . It’s more than satisfying, it’s beautiful.”
Healing from the Inside Out
KC’s transformation didn’t stop at financial stability.
Before he ever came to Good Sam, KC knew he needed therapy but couldn’t find a therapist who shared his faith and worldview. Thanks to Good Sam’s in-house therapist, he got the care he needed.
And it’s been life changing.
KC’s message for those who have supported Good Sam? He emphasized that donors can’t always see the full outcomes of their support when they give to programs like Good Sam. Still, he believes that if even one life is changed through their generosity and care, it’s worth it because no one knows who that person might become, what they might accomplish, or how they could go on to reshape the world.
“So, I want to say thank you to everyone who has contributed to [Good Sam] and encourage you please, whether a little or a lot, do what you can because God will take your fishes and loaves and make it a lot.”
Watch KC's tell his story in his own words!
