‘Strong Advocate For The Homeless’: Chicago Hero

CHICAGO — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Joan who nominated Tonya Guenzler of Chicago.

Name: Tonya Guenzler
Hometown: Chicago
Hero's job: Volunteer
Reason for recognition: My friend, Tonya Guenzler @Testimony Ministry services the homeless on the streets of Chicago on a daily basis...Testimony Ministry has 2 huge events a year.
One thing to know: She provides food and hygeine supplies daily. This ministry stems from her being homeless and on drugs for too many years. She is a Strong Advocate for the homeless and a Beautiful hearted lady.

Thank you for all you do, Tonya Guenzler!

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