Wesley Hamilton was born and raised on the east side of Kansas City, Missouri, where it was difficult for a young African American male to find opportunity outside of the streets. By the age of 16, he became too much for his mother to handle and moved out to be on his own. By the age of 22, he became a father to his daughter, Nevaeh. He was a single father, working full-time, and shortly after his 24th birthday, he experienced a traumatic event that left him paralyzed. 

Wesley's story is one of hope, perseverance, and love for himself and others.