Ali, 17 years old

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Ali and her brother were initially removed from their mother when law enforcement found alcohol bottles in the home within reach of the children. The house was dirty and without electricity. Ali is a passionate and determined young person who has spent many years moving around and through the foster care system in San Diego. To date, she has experienced 23 placement changes due to her response to early trauma and attachment disorders. Due to her many relocations and personal struggles with self-control, Ali is reluctant to trust new people and situations. She is growing in self-confidence and self-advocacy; learning to trust others is hard for Ali, but she is thriving in her unique living situation and gaining new interpersonal skills daily.

Ali is a talented girl with a passion for music and art. Recently, Ali has expressed her wish to have an iPad that will allow her to create art digitally, watch her favorite music videos, and complete her school assignments with ease. It's amazing how technology can help Ali develop her skills both socially and academically. That's why an iPad would be a perfect gift for her. With a bigger and easier-to-use screen, Ali can enjoy her love for music and explore other digital art forms in a new and exciting way. Moreover, she can integrate her digital creations into her schoolwork, which will make her assignments more engaging, creative, and meaningful. Let's make Ali's wish come true!