Leah, 20 years old, CA

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Leah is living in one of the Extended Foster Care (EFC) housing programs. She is a determined young woman working hard to fulfill her childhood dream of joining the Navy. Leah enjoys spending time with her friends and going on runs, which helps her stay grounded and motivated as she pursues her goals.

Leah would like a grocery gift card to help her get through a difficult financial period. With delays in her food stamp benefits, she’s been under a lot of stress trying to afford the groceries she needs to stay healthy and on track. Leah is dedicated to maintaining a strict diet and workout routine as she prepares to ship off to boot camp in January, but without the right food, it’s hard to keep up her progress. Food banks aren’t always able to provide the specific items she needs to meet her nutritional goals, which makes this situation even more challenging. A grocery gift card would give Leah the support she needs to stay nourished, focused, and strong as she continues working toward her dream of serving in the military. This request has been split into two wishes to allow for a successful shopping trip. This is wish 1 of 2.