Maria, like Oren, came to the United States with a dream of a better life, leaving behind the small town where her family had lived for generations. With little money and no English, she struggled to find work and often worked multiple jobs to make ends meet. Maria remembers her first encounter with an American stranger—someone who helped her understand how to navigate the local grocery store. That act of kindness began her belief in the power of community and the spirit of generosity she would later embrace. Today, Maria owns a small business, helping others like her immigrant parents adapt to a new country.