Saint J, 10 years old, NJ |

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Saint is a remarkable young lady with a love for reading, dinosaurs, and science. As an honor roll student, she is passionate about learning and enjoys cooking, especially baking, inspired by her grandmother, the neighborhood "cake lady." Saint's journey has been challenging; after losing her mother, she and her siblings were taken in by their maternal grandmother to avoid foster care. Their father has been absent since they were toddlers. Following a devastating fire that destroyed their home and belongings, Saint and her siblings became homeless again, relying on their grandmother for support. To cope with her feelings of sadness and isolation, Saint has started therapy and is learning to embrace her childhood while cultivating positive thoughts.

Saint often finds joy in helping her grandmother, known as the neighborhood cake lady, bake cakes for celebrations, even amid such overwhelming circumstances. With the support of her grandmother and therapy, she is gradually learning to process her feelings and nurture a sense of hope. Providing Saint with cozy sweaters is essential not only for her warmth and health in this chilly weather but also as a reminder that she is cared for and loved. Fulfilling this request would uplift her spirits and help her feel more secure as she navigates through this difficult chapter in her life.