CEO Carol Klocek believes every family deserves to experience financial and emotional well-being but knows firsthand how challenging that can be. Despite experiencing poverty and trauma herself as a child, Klocek earned master’s degrees in social work and business. She brings her lived experience and more than 35 years of leadership in the social sector to her role at Center for Transforming Lives, where she and her team partner with women and children so they can thrive.

Words on the Wing is Carol's way of opening the door to our supporters - sharing stories, updates and the heart behind our work.