Jariel, 17 years old, CT

Jariel's foster care experience has taught him the power of loyalty and passion. Through every placement and transition, his devotion to the Philadelphia Eagles has remained constant, a green thread of stability running through an otherwise unpredictable life. Football gives Jariel something to study, analyze, and invest in emotionally, providing structure to his weeks and seasons. At his residential program, he's recognized as someone who brings energy and enthusiasm to group activities, his love for his team infectious even among those who follow different sports. Jariel has developed impressive knowledge about football strategy and Eagles history, and sharing this knowledge helps him connect with both peers and staff. What makes Jariel stand out is his understanding of team loyalty, he knows what it means to stick with something through victories and defeats, a lesson that directly applies to his own resilience. His dream is to attend a live Eagles game someday, to be part of that community of fans and feel the belonging that comes from thousands of people united by shared passion.

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