What a concept! Teach people the life skills they need to get and hold down a job. Who would have ever thought that such a task could be accomplished so well by volunteers and only one paid staff member!! It's just amazing to see folks who you'd expect to be visiting those charities that help down-and-outers to devote themselves to classes where they learn how to actually support themselves and their families. And all this with no Government support! WOW!
As a volunteer instructor, I am amazed at the lives that have been changed through Megiddo Dream Station. Most start out discouraged with where they are in life, but over the course of 8 weeks are transformed with hope and a sense of purpose. The confidence they gain is apparent as they move from the classroom, to job interviews, and then into gainful employment. Our students are motivated and encourage each other. While at Megiddo, they are taught not only job skills, but life skills. They learn to give back through community service. For those who have children, Megiddo offers free childcare and tutoring. I am honored and count it a privilege to be involved with Megiddo Dream Station.
Megiddo is a perfect example of 'don't give a man a fish, teach him how to fish.' So thankful for the ministry of Megiddo and all it's workers. Communities everywhere could use this as a model!
As a pastor, I am so thankful for the positive influence of Megiddo Dream Station in our community! This faith-based ministry doesn't just talk about making a difference - they are making a difference. In a relatively short time, over 100 people who were unemployed are underemployed have found work! And, their employers rave about their Megiddo graduate employees.
At our church, we have Megiddo students & Megiddo volunteers & leaders. I see, first hand, the positive difference this organization is making in all who connect with them. I'm so thankful for the blessing called "Megiddo Dream Station!"
Pastor Kyle Poole
Midland Valley Community Church
I have seen the results that Megiddo Dream Station has accomplished. I have friends who work at Megiddo that have a heart for God and seeing lives changed for Him!!!!
Megiddo does an outstanding job of helping chronically-unemployed persons gain the skills, confidence and introductions needed to get off of government subsistence and onto a payroll. It was my honor to work with them as a volunteer teaching a weekly session in their eight week program and to see, first hand, how well the organization serves the community and those needing work. Five stars AND two thumbs up!
I've personally witnessed lives changed by the Megiddo Dream Station! Not only are the lives changed of those that go through the program, but also those that volunteer in various areas!
Megiddo Dream Station is a wonderful place where people can go to get life skills to function in our society. I have seen people go through Megiddo and be able to get a job, from interviewing for a job, to acquiring skills to obtain and stick with a job. Many other skills are taught there. It's a wonderful thing to have.
The Dream Station helped me and my family get back on our feet. It's a tough program with a lot of expectations but people who stick with it do well.
Great organization that is true to their mission and has made a direct impact on the population they serve and the community!
I have been involved with the Dream Station since the beginning as a Board member and a volunteer. The organization is run primarily by volunteers who believe in what they are doing. The classes help folks move towards finding a job but perhaps the best thing is that they know people care about them and their future. Folks are able to have pride in themselves as they can support their family.
Such a great organization that has realized that people want a hand-up, not a hand-out. The detailed programs, rigorous curriculum and caring instructors create an incredibly impactful environment. I've had the opportunity to volunteer there myself and every time, come away more and more impressed with the great things that Megiddo Dream Station is accomplishing.
I drive by Megiddo every day. In the beginning there were a few cars two or three days a week. I wonder what was going on and finally stopped in. Students were on porch talking and I just chatted with them. They all talked about how much they'd learned and how wonderful the teachers are.
I went into the Dream Station with my son, hoping they could help him find a job. He has a record and has gotten very discouraged with his job hunting.
The director Kay stopped what she was doing and sat down and talked with him. She listened to his story, heard his anxiety and began to speak encouragement and life into him. I've never been part of anything that made me so aware of the presence of God.
She made it clear she couldn't promise him a job but that she could offer him the training he needed to be successful. But when we left I saw a peace on him that he hasn't had in months. Before going to bed he came to me and apologized for the decisions he's made and said he knew that he could be successful if he went to the Dream Station. He had hope for the first time in a very long time. I'm excited about his future and thank this program for restoring his hope.
Megiddo helped me to get my life on track. I had been out of work for 3 years and after going through their program, I got a job in 3 weeks. Great Director and teachers.
Megiddo Dream Station has the best staff and volunteers ever. They are sincere and passionate about their work. They set the bar high for the people getting help and they don't accept excuses. They believe God made us for something good and they don't want us to waste any more time doing nothing. I would recommend the Station to anyone who genuinely wants to get a job and improve their life. Not for the lazy or the moochers.