From homeless to self-sufficient in less than a year

Adam Shepherd's experiment:

I have 365 days to become free of the realities of homelessness and become a "regular" member of society. After one year, for my project to be considered successful, I have to possess an operable automobile, live in a furnished apartment..., have $2500 in cash, and, most importantly, I have to be in a position in which I can continue to improve my circumstances by either going to school or starting my own business.

On paper, my previous life doesn't exist for this one year. I cannot use any of my previous contacts, my college education, or my credit history... I cannot beg for money or use services that others are not at liberty to use.