Kevin, 17 years old, NJ | 27 DAYS WAITING

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NJ DCFS - Bergen County

Kevin is a charismatic adolescent who has been involved with the Division for the past two years. He enjoys playing football for his high school, joking around with his friends, playing video games and being with his siblings. He has aspirations of being a design engineer when he is older. Kevin has a great relationship with his older siblings who describe him as funny, loving, and caring. He has been able to overcome many barriers in his lifetime, including living in another country while in the care of his aunt who abandoned him and his brother in the United States. Kevin has been able to adapt to life and continues to be motivated for self-success.

Kevin's favorite pastime is playing football and working out, and he takes his passion for the sport very seriously. He has been steadily growing in both skill and confidence on the field. Kevin lives with his older sister, a young adult who is doing her best to care for him and meet his basic needs. However, managing the costs of his extracurricular activities can be challenging for her. One specific need is a new pair of football cleats, as his current pair from last year is worn out. Having updated cleats would greatly enhance his performance and support his development as an athlete during the upcoming season.