Ernesto, 24 years old | NEEDED BY 07/23

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Ernesto’s story shows resilience and the importance of family. He entered foster care at 13 and faced many challenges, but remained hopeful. As a young teen, he became a father, which motivated him to seek a better life. After leaving foster care, he experienced homelessness but continued to fight for his future and his children's. He recently graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and has regained custody of his kids, providing them the stability he needed while in care. Ernesto is passionate about mental health and wants to help other young people and families. In his free time, he enjoys music, journaling, and being outdoors with his children, and he is known for his kindness and drive to create positive change.

Ernesto is seeking assistance with purchasing bed frames for his boys, as he is working diligently to create a safe, stable, and comfortable home environment now that he has full custody of his children. After years of instability and periods of homelessness, he is finally in a position to provide his sons with the sense of security and consistency they deserve. While he has made incredible progress, graduating from college and securing housing. He is still rebuilding and furnishing their home piece by piece. Having proper beds will give his boys a routine and a sense of belonging. Ernesto wants his boys to have a space they can truly call their own, where they can rest well, grow strong, and feel at home. This request reflects his deep love for his children and his commitment to providing them with a safe, nurturing environment, one he never had.