Abby, 11 years old, MO | 3 DAYS WAITING |

Wish submitted by:

Central Missouri Foster Care & Adoption Association

Abby is a bright and resilient young girl who has experienced a rough foster care journey, yet continues to shine with her intelligence and kindness. She’s very smart and loves learning new things, often surprising others with her thoughtful ideas and curiosity. Abby is also incredibly friendly and has a warm, welcoming personality that makes it easy for her to connect with others. One of her favorite activities is playing basketball. Being on the court helps her feel confident, focused, and free, and it gives her a positive outlet for her energy and emotions. Despite the challenges she’s faced, Abby keeps a strong, positive spirit. Her resilience, love for basketball, and caring nature make her truly special, and she deserves stability, encouragement, and opportunities that help her continue to grow and thrive.

Abby wishes for a basketball hoop because basketball is one of the things that helps her feel happy, confident, and strong. Playing basketball gives her a positive way to release energy, focus her mind, and work through emotions. Shooting hoops helps her clear her head and feel proud as she practices and improves her skills. After a rough foster care journey, having a basketball hoop of her own would give Abby a safe, consistent outlet she can rely on every day. It would give her something that feels stable and familiar, no matter what else is changing around her. Practicing basketball also helps build confidence, discipline, and perseverance—skills Abby already shows and continues to grow.