Tommy Bennett is 53 years old and grew up in Washington, D.C. He did not finish high school but is currently working towards obtain­ing his GED and lives in the shelter 801 East. Tommy does not have an alternate employer as of yet but is pursuing a drug counselor’s posi­tion once he gets his GED. He came to Street Sense 5 years ago when told about it from his friend Jose. He currently sells his papers at 14th and G, 11th and G or 29th and M.

What is your favorite kind of music?

Jazz, Korean and Jamaican music

What is your favorite food?

Steak with mashed potatoes and gravy

What is your favorite movie?

I like Batman and Spiderman but also like horror movies.

How did you become homeless?

I got myself into trouble doing stuff I wasn’t supposed to.

Were you ever homeless before?

Yes, about 20 years ago.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Tommy sees himself getting his drug counselors license and giving back to the community that helped him. He would also like to find a permanent residence.

Tommy would like to say to the customers, “Thank you for helping Street Sense where they are today.”