Jalen, 21 years old

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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.

Jalen is currently a student at Long Beach City College and recently finished his Spring Semester. Jalen is now getting ready to start his Summer Semester at LBCC as he is trying to catch up with the college credits he was unable to obtain in the fall semester when he had to drop out for the semester due to a mental health episode/crisis. Jalen will be in need of new school supplies and materials that he will need to purchase for his course requirements. This funding can really benefit Jalen as he is still looking for employment to make his own income. An Amazon Gift Card would be much appreciated so that Jalen can make several purchases based on his course requirements. This wish has been split into three parts to help Jalen get what he needs. This is wish 2 of 3.