Ashanta, 27 years old, IL | NEEDED BY 09/12

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Ashanta has shown remarkable resilience from a young age. Impacted by DCFS and eventually aging out, she stepped into the role of caregiver for her siblings, demonstrating strength and compassion well beyond her years. Today, she is thriving in college and pushing forward toward her master’s degree, determined to create a bright future for herself and her family.

Ashanta has overcome many challenges since entering the foster care system at a young age. She stepped up to care for her siblings while pursuing her own education, and today she is proud to be in college working toward her master’s degree. Now, she is preparing for one of the happiest milestones of her life — her wedding. Ashanta dreams of walking down the aisle in the perfect gown, a symbol of hope, resilience, and the new life she is building for herself and her family. However, the cost of a wedding is difficult to manage while balancing school and family responsibilities. With support, Ashanta will be able to get her dream dress and celebrate her wedding day feeling confident, beautiful, and deeply loved.