Joey, 32 years old

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Joey is a former foster youth who was a ward of the court for nearly 11 years. At the age of 22, while experiencing homelessness, he began his recovery from substance use. On April 10, 2025, he proudly celebrated 10 years of continuous recovery. He is currently a full-time night student majoring in Social Work on the pre-law track, maintaining a GPA of 3.774. In addition to his studies, Joey serves as a member of an advisory board committee, where he uses his personal experiences to drive systemic change and support others in recovery. During his limited free time, he volunteers to run peer support groups for adults struggling with substance use disorders or dual diagnoses. He also creates wellness handouts, prints resource guides, and prepares materials for those who may lack access to technology or stable housing.

Joey is currently dealing with an older printer that constantly runs out of ink and has a troublesome yellow ink section that doesn’t work. It often jams, especially when he needs it for high-volume projects, which significantly slows down his ability to produce essential materials. Whether it's school assignments, flyers for support groups, or policy proposals for community projects, this unreliable printer is more of a hindrance than a help. Switching to an EcoTank printer would truly be a game-changer for him. With its refillable ink tanks and ability to efficiently handle heavy workloads, he could print without the stress and expense of constantly replacing cartridges. This would not only save him valuable time and money but also allow him to focus more on what really matters—empowering others, sharing knowledge, and pursuing his academic and professional goals.