The Reality That Homeless Children Live — Told By Mark, 10 Years Old

Homelessness exists in corners of every city, but rarely do we hear the voices of those who struggle to survive — and we hear even less from the children. Mark’s story is a powerful glimpse of reality, and it’s heartbreaking to hear.

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