Alina, 18 years old | 4 DAYS WAITING

Wish submitted by:

Children's Institute

Alina spent time in foster care after a series of traumatic events. She loves to bake, and she can make anything from chocolate chip cookies to cinnamon rolls. When she's not baking, she is cooking up a new recipe to try. Alina likes to paint and tries new trends on TikTok.

Alina is turning 18 this week, and she couldn't be more excited as she prepares to dive into college life. To help her feel confident as she starts this new chapter, she really wants to go on a shopping spree for her birthday to purchase some stylish college apparel. Since she'll be a full-time student, she will be on a really tight budget. Alina plans to treat herself to a new pair of running shoes, too. She’s a big track enthusiast and loves to run, so having the right gear is important to her. Alina is looking forward to an amazing birthday and college journey. This wish was broken into two parts to allow for an amazing shopping experience! This is wish 1 of 2.