Zane, 15 years old, VA

Zane entered foster care at a young age and has lived in a few homes and a group setting, where phones and screens are limited, and privacy is hard to come by. Music became his quiet refuge, the one thing no one could take away. He has spent years listening on borrowed devices and cheap earbuds, memorizing lyrics, and tapping out beats on his knees during class. At school, he is quiet and keeps his head down, partly because his clothes are mismatched and too small, and heโ€™s been teased for them more than once. Zane is thoughtful, kind, and very funny. He wants to finish high school and find a career in music, whether that means working in a studio or learning to produce.

Wishes submitted by:

The Friends of Foster Care