Ricardo, 20 years old, NJ | 13 DAYS WAITING |

Wish submitted by:

NJ DCFS - Cumberland County

Ricardo is an amazing young man. He unfortunately experienced a failed adoption. Ricardo has had suicidal ideation in the past, and his family thought it was best for him to be placed out of the home. In spite of this, Ricardo has a very optimistic outlook on life and his future. He is currently placed in a shelter and was able to graduate high school with honors. He is very independent and wants to succeed in life.

Ricardo maintains a very optimistic outlook on life and his future. Currently, he is living in a shelter and has successfully graduated from high school with honors. Ricardo is very independent and is determined to succeed in life. He has been in the foster care system since March 2023, where he is learning essential skills for independence. He aspires to join the military someday. Ricardo is also a huge fan of the Philadelphia Eagles, and his favorite player is Saquon Barkley. He would love to show off an autographed jersey of his favorite player. This jersey would be such a special gift for Ricardo!