John, 17 years old, NJ

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John and his father fled their country due to an unsafe environment and were granted asylum here in the United States. However, the language barrier and lack of provided services have been challenging, and they have experienced homelessness. John is a very intelligent young man who enjoys drawing, painting, and playing video games. He likes hanging out with his friends and playing mahjong, a game of skill. He also enjoys playing basketball and ping pong. Additionally, he likes riding his new electric scooter, which was gifted to him as he does not have any other means of transportation.

John was removed from his father's custody due to unsafe living conditions, but his father is diligently working to find stable housing so they can be reunified. In the meantime, John is in a foster home, where he would greatly benefit from a laptop. This device would enable him to continue his schoolwork, use Rosetta Stone to improve his English skills, and maintain communication with his father.