Cara, 32 years old, SC | 1 DAY WAITING |

Wish submitted by:

Foster Greatness

Cara is a resilient young woman who aged out of foster care at 18. Despite experiencing homelessness, she has fought for custody of her brother and is currently working as a waitress while studying to become a registered nurse. After the tragic loss of her sister in a car accident last year, Cara dreams of starting a program in South Carolina to support foster youth. An artist and aspiring author, she is writing a book about her journey to achieve her goals and give back to others.

Cara wishes for an Applebee’s gift card so she can treat herself to dinner on her birthday. After a challenging year filled with loss, financial strain, and the ongoing demands of work and school, having a simple evening out would mean more to her than she can easily express. This gift would be meaningful because it allows Cara to celebrate herself during a time when she often puts her own needs last. Enjoying a warm meal in a welcoming environment on her birthday would provide her with comfort, relief, and a small sense of normalcy. For Cara, this dinner represents honoring herself, finding a moment of peace, and feeling remembered on a day that holds significance for her.