Good Faith Redefining Neighbor and the Fight Against Poverty with Gisele Garraway
Jul 31, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Gisele Garraway, founder of Thrive Funds and a Harvard MBA, emphasizes the power of empathy and investment in lifting working poor families. She shares compelling stories, like that of Divine, a resilient working mother, and a street sweeper pursuing education for his family. Gisele challenges conventional views on poverty, urging listeners to build bridges across economic divides. The discussion encourages a redefinition of neighborly love, advocating for dignity-centered solutions and community engagement to combat homelessness and systemic inequities.
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Poverty Centered on Resources
- The only difference between poor and wealthy communities is access to resources.
- Many working poor are unseen despite hard work and essential roles in society.
Hidden Costs Behind Poverty
- Working poor often lack assets like transportation and technology essential for economic mobility.
- Many spend over 60% of income on housing, leaving little for other investments.
Empowering Requests for Investment
- Partner with frontline case managers to identify families needing support before crisis.
- Use a "request for investment" approach to empower dignity and choice in recipients.
