Jeannie, 25 years old, TX

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Jeannie first entered the foster care system at just 7 years old, and again at 14, where she spent the rest of her teen years. During that time, she moved from foster home to foster home, which meant constantly changing schools. She shares how difficult it was to adjust to always being the new kid, trying to make new friends, and struggling to keep up in school while dealing with so much instability. Jeannie has a deep love of learning, especially in the areas of history and technology. She’s particularly fascinated by artificial intelligence and the incredible ways it’s being applied in the world today. Robots in the workplace amaze her, and she’s always eager to explore how technology can be used to solve real-world problems. Jeannie is also a proud mom to an adorable and bright boy. Jeanie treasures every moment she spends with him. He is her greatest motivation and the most important part of her life. Those who know Jeanie describe her as responsible, outspoken, and full of integrity. She’s not afraid to speak up when something isn’t right, and her headstrong nature is something she embraces, seeing it as a sign of her tenacity and strength. Jeanie is committed to building a better future for herself and her son, and she’s working hard every day to make that future a reality.

Jeannie first entered the foster care system at just 7 years old, and again at 14, where she spent the rest of her teen years. During that time, she moved from foster home to foster home, which meant constantly changing schools. She shares how difficult it was to adjust to always being the new kid, trying to make new friends, and struggling to keep up in school while dealing with so much instability. Despite these challenges, Jeannie is determined to finish high school and earn her diploma. Her goal is to become a registered nurse (RN), and taking that next step requires access to the right tools, especially a laptop. A laptop would not only help her complete her high school coursework, but also allow her to research colleges, apply for financial aid, explore nursing programs, and stay organized. It would be an essential tool as she works toward building a stable, independent future for both her and her son.