Mila, 24 years old, NJ

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Mila is a resilient and determined young woman who has overcome significant adversity to build a bright future for herself and her family. Raised by her grandmother before entering the foster care system as a teenager, Mila remains a devoted, steady anchor for her brother, who has low-functioning autism. Since aging out of foster care, she has secured her own apartment and is focused on personal growth. Determined to achieve stability, Mila is working toward earning her GED with plans to pursue a nursing career. Creative and multitalented, she enjoys reading, park walks, making jewelry, songwriting, singing, and photography, with dreams of one day exploring acting and modeling.

Despite the difficulties Mila has faced throughout her life, she has been attending therapy and is working hard to heal from her past. She currently holds a job as a per diem employee, which means her finances are inconsistent; however, she is determined to improve her future by obtaining her GED to secure a stable job. Mila recently found a beautiful bomber jacket she loves. As someone with anemia, she wishes for assistance in purchasing this jacket for its warmth, but also wants it to be stylish and make her feel confident.