Carol, 19 years old, OR | 16 DAYS WAITING

Wish submitted by:

The Lost & Found Institute

Carol entered foster care after repeatedly running away from home because her parents wouldn’t accept her as part of the LGBTQ community. Home felt hostile rather than loving, and each time she escaped, she hoped to find a place where she could be herself. Instead, she ended up in foster care, moving from one home to another, which made her feel lost and disconnected. Carol uses her experiences to help young people who face similar challenges. As a peer mentor, she offers support, understanding, and encouragement to those in foster care struggling with their identity and acceptance. Having felt unwanted herself, she wants to ensure that the youths she mentors never feel alone. By sharing her story and creating safe environments, she helps them gain confidence and embrace who they are, no matter the difficulties they encounter.

Carol is seeking a delicate gold anklet to enhance her everyday look with a touch of elegance and personal style. She appreciates how a simple anklet can feel both special and understated, instilling confidence and grace with each step she takes. For Carol, this anklet would be more than just an accessory; it would serve as a meaningful expression of her unique beauty. Wearing it would remind her to navigate life with confidence and pride in her identity.