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$10
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A pair of sneakers for Alston to wear to school

Posted Jan 28, 2025
***This is not an April Fool's joke! Thanks to a few very generous supporters who have underwritten the cost of this wish, it is only $10 - today only!*** Alston is a dedicated athlete with a passion for basketball. As she prepares for her upcoming tournament, she realizes she needs a new pair of sneakers to perform at her best. However, there's a challenge; due to her mom's medical issues, her parents are unable to afford the sneakers right now. Alston is determined to find a solution that will allow her to participate in the tournament with the right gear.

Alston is 11 years old and lives in NJ

Alston is an amazing athlete with a passion for basketball, a sport her entire family loves, as she has two older siblings who also play. In addition to her athletic talents, she is an honor roll student with a particular fondness for math. Alston aspires to become a teacher in the future, demonstrating her dedication to academics and helping others. However, she faces challenges at home; her mother has been unable to work for the past few years due to medical issues, which adds a layer of complexity to Alston's life as she balances her studies, athletics, and family responsibilities.

The Wish Story

Paying It Forward Enterprise, Inc requests this wish for Alston.

One Simple Wish posts the wish to the website.

Awesome Human grants the wish for Alston! Thanks Awesome Human.

"Hi Alston. Keep working hard at what you love! Good luck in basketball! "

One Simple Wish sends the gift to the Paying It Forward Enterprise, Inc for Alston.

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