Terrence, 20 years old, CA | 4 DAYS WAITING | NEEDED BY 09/12

Wish submitted by:

San Diego Youth Services

Terrence entered the foster care system as a teenager. When he turned 18 and transitioned into Extended Foster Care, he faced significant challenges due to mental health barriers. It took him a few years to learn how to manage these challenges, but through resilience and determination, Terrence built a strong support system he can lean on during difficult times. Terrence has turned his focus toward college. His own experiences in the foster system have inspired him to major in social work so he can help children who are going through what he once did. He hopes to be a voice of support, understanding, and advocacy for those who need it most. Outside of school, Terrence enjoys spending time with friends, going out to eat, and exploring new places around town. He is building a life filled with connection, purpose, and hope for the future.

Terrence is about to begin his second year of community college. During his first year, he struggled to stay focused on school as he was still learning to manage his mental health. Now, after working hard to achieve stability, Terrence is entering this new school year with determination and a clear goal: to do his very best. Classes are starting, and he plans to attend every single one. To make this possible, Terrence is requesting an electric scooter. Having a scooter would enable him to commute to college independently, without relying on public transportation or others for rides. This reliability is especially important as he prepares to age out of the foster system in a few months. Once that happens, Terrence will need to secure employment to pay rent, and an electric scooter would provide him with a dependable way to travel to both school and work. An electric scooter would be a practical and lasting tool to help him succeed in this important chapter of his life.