Jalen is a current non-minor dependent foster youth who has low self-esteem issues due to his parents' verbal and emotional abuse. Jalen has overcome adversity from the abuse and is now in a supportive living situation with a foster family that truly cares about his well-being. Jalen reported that for the first time, he is feeling positive about his capabilities as a student-athlete. In high school, Jalen was a track and field star and won several track meets as a senior. Jalen was given a scholarship due to his athletic abilities and is excited for that adventure. Jalen is working very hard and doing his best in both academics and sports, as he is reporting that he is getting A's thus far in college.
Department of Children and Family Services requests this wish for Jalen.
One Simple Wish posts the wish to the website.
Carla grants the wish for Jalen! Thanks Carla.
"Dear Jalen, You are a very special person and clearly someone with a beautiful heart since your wish is to buy something for those you love. Study hard and you will go on to do great things."
One Simple Wish sends the gift to the Department of Children and Family Services for Jalen.
Jalen receives the wish from CA DCFS - Los Angeles County