Yari, 27 years old

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Yari is an incredibly smart and generous young adult who has overcome incredible hurdles in her young life. Despite these obstacles, she remains determined. She works hard, enjoys making people laugh, and has maintained a beautiful community despite roadblocks. She has just obtained her security guard license and is eager to start a full-time job. She loves music, art, and spending time with her friends.

This winter, the temperatures in New York City have plummeted to alarming lows, making everyday life incredibly challenging for those without proper clothing. Yari, who currently resides in a homeless shelter, feels the harshness of the cold every day. A genuine, warm, and long-lasting winter coat would be transformative for her. It would not only keep her warm but also empower her to venture outside in search of employment and access essential state benefits—opportunities that are out of reach when she’s limited to a thin cotton sweatshirt. Moreover, Yari has her eye on a North Face jacket, which she finds both stylish and functional. It represents not just warmth, but hope and a fresh start. Receiving such a generous gift would mean the world to her, and she would be profoundly grateful. With this coat, Yari could face the winter with renewed confidence and determination, taking important steps toward improving her life.