Later, I learned that Lewis had made mistakes in his youth, even serving time for a poor decision. But when he spoke honestly about his past and how it shaped him into the person he is today, I saw strength, not weakness. When I revealed my identity and told him about my plan, he surprised me. Lewis said he didn’t want my money.

Instead, he encouraged me to use it to create a foundation to help others—people who needed food, shelter, and second chances.