Angela, 39 years old, CA | NEEDED BY 05/02

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Angela is a strong and resilient young woman. As a former foster youth and a single mother, she has faced more than her fair share of challenges. Growing up in foster care made it difficult for her to find stability and establish a strong foundation for adulthood, but she has never let that stop her. With a bold, independent spirit and unwavering dedication to her son, who is on the autism spectrum, Angela has pushed through every obstacle to reach her current position. Although her education has taken longer due to life circumstances, she is now just one semester away from transferring to university. Angela has built a career in case management and hopes to return to this field once her son begins preschool. Creative, intelligent, and resourceful, she enjoys shopping, sharing her story, and doing whatever it takes to support her family and achieve her dreams.

Angela is navigating a tough journey that many might find hard to understand. As a former foster youth, she’s not just a single mom; she’s also juggling the demands of being a full-time student. Right now, she’s really feeling the weight of her responsibilities. She recently paused her respite care job to support a family member who’s facing a serious health issue, and on top of that, she’s managing her son’s changing ABA services while keeping up with a full class schedule. With the pressures of rent and the rising cost of groceries, it’s been a struggle for Angela to make ends meet. She’s been relying on support from her campus resources and her local community to help her through this challenging time. Any assistance she receives would not only help her put food on the table but also offer her a much-needed moment of relief amidst her overwhelming responsibilities. This is wish 1 of 2.