Eli M., 10 years old, NE | 10 DAYS WAITING

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Eli is a fun, big-hearted kid who has been working incredibly hard during his time in foster care. He has experienced a lot of change, but he continues to show up each day ready to try again and do his best. Over the past year, Eli has made noticeable progress in school and at home by learning how to manage his emotions and make positive choices. He loves anything hands-on and enjoys building, exploring, and figuring out how things work. Eli has a playful personality and a great sense of humor. He likes to joke around and can usually make the people around him smile. At the same time, he has a very caring side and wants to feel connected and supported by the adults in his life.

Eli is asking for a Nintendo Switch as a way to celebrate the progress he has made while in foster care. Over the past year, Eli has worked incredibly hard to improve his behavior, stay engaged in school, and follow expectations both at home and in the community. He takes pride in doing the right thing and has shown consistent growth through his positive choices. A Nintendo Switch would be a meaningful reward for Eli’s perseverance and commitment to personal growth. It would give him a healthy and age-appropriate way to relax, have fun, and feel a sense of normalcy that many children his age experience. This wish would help Eli feel seen, valued, and encouraged to continue on his positive path.