Matthew, 17 years old, FL | NEEDED BY 12/31

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Matthew is an extraordinary young man who is currently living in a group home after spending many years in therapeutic and residential settings. Being in the foster care system for nearly seven years has been incredibly challenging for Matthew, yet he continues to maintain a positive attitude and always has a joke to share. Although he was never adopted, as he had hoped after his parents passed away, he is now learning independent-living skills and preparing to age out of the system at the end of the year and transition into extended foster care. He remains hopeful and looks forward to eventually returning to his hometown.

Matthew has just received some awesome new video games and a VR headset from a family member, and he’s really looking forward to diving in. Unfortunately, he doesn’t have a TV to play them on. He recently moved into a new group home that allows each resident to have their own TV, and he’s excited about the chance to not only play his new games but also binge-watch his favorite superhero movies. It would mean a lot to him to have that opportunity!