Alex, 15 years old | 5 DAYS WAITING | NEEDED BY 07/18

Wish submitted by:

The Lost & Found Institute

Alex is a fun-loving and adventurous person who really enjoys being outdoors. Whether she's skateboarding in her neighborhood, hiking on trails, or swimming in the ocean, being outside makes her feel free. Her favorite thrill is cliff diving—standing at the edge, feeling the wind, and then jumping in. She loves the excitement of it all, especially when it comes to roller coasters; the bigger the drop, the more she laughs! Life hasn’t always been easy for Alex. She entered the foster care system when she was just five years old after losing her mother. Since then, she has moved between different foster homes, which has made it hard for her to feel safe and settled. But Alex keeps hoping that this time, with her current placement, she might really belong somewhere and build trust with others. Despite everything she's been through, Alex is strong and resilient. She's still dreaming big, diving into new adventures, and believing that she can find stability and love in her life.

Alex is also asking for a new pair of beaded Kate Spade earrings for her birthday. She loves accessories that are playful yet elegant, and the colorful beadwork of the earrings caught her eye right away. To her, they represent a mix of fun and sophistication—something she’s learning to embody more as she grows into herself. Alex enjoys expressing her personality through her style, and she says these earrings would add the perfect pop to any outfit, whether she’s heading out with friends or dressing up for a special event. Having something beautiful and thoughtfully made, like these earrings, would make her feel special and remind her that she deserves nice things just like anyone else.