Emmanuel, 19 years old, OH

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Elijah is an ambitious and caring young man with a kind heart and a helpful spirit. He enjoys playing video games, football, and basketball, and he values spending quality time with his family, especially his grandfather. Elijah also has a strong passion for music and enjoys playing both the drums and guitar. These interests provide him with a positive outlet for self-expression, creativity, and stress relief. Despite facing the challenges of having an incarcerated father, Elijah has continued to demonstrate remarkable resilience, maturity, and determination. He has worked hard to overcome obstacles and maintain a positive outlook while navigating the emotional impact of his family circumstances. This fall, Elijah will begin an exciting new chapter as he starts college. He is committed to furthering his education and creating a successful future for himself. As he prepares for this transition, he remains focused on his goals and motivated to make the most of the opportunities ahead.

Elijah would love to purchase some new clothes. He needs jeans and shirts. Being able to go shopping for these items will give Elijah a sense of independence and a lesson in budgeting. Having new clothes will also help with his self-esteem. This request has been split into two parts to help Elijah get what he needs. This is wish 1 of 2.