James, 29 years old, NY

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James is a tenacious young person who spent most of their childhood in the foster care system in New York City. After being out of care, they got their own apartment and began supporting themselves for the first time. Their drive is unstoppable. James wants to continue elevating themselves by completing various trainings and obtaining certifications that will help them in their quest to achieve financial independence. They would love to learn how to swim since they love the ocean. Their goal is to become knowledgeable in a variety of fields, which would help ensure that they have the skills needed to navigate adulthood.

James is now on his own, and he would like to earn more since the cost of living is skyrocketing. He is struggling to make ends meet while working at his current job. To improve his situation, he wants to take a security guard training course so that he can secure another job to supplement his income. With many dreams he hopes to achieve, first, he needs an iPad to get started on his journey toward a better future. He believes that with the right tools and training, he can turn his aspirations into reality.