Justine, 17 years old, OR | 1 DAY WAITING

Wish submitted by:

The Lost & Found Institute

Justine’s story is one of strength and perseverance. Growing up, she faced the challenges of moving between foster homes and spending time in juvenile detention, which left her feeling unsettled. Despite these difficulties, Justine has maintained a hopeful spirit and an eagerness to find joy in everyday life. For the past year, she has been in a loving foster home that provides her with the stability and acceptance she has longed for. In her free time, Justine enjoys jumping rope, hula hooping, and roller skating, which bring her joy and a sense of freedom. Looking ahead, she dreams of working with animals, inspired by her compassion and curiosity. Justine hopes to create a life where she can give back the kindness she has received on her own journey.

Along with dress pants, Justine is also asking for a blue sweater to wear to her new part-time receptionist job on the weekends. A professional yet comfortable sweater is an important staple for an office setting and will help her feel confident, put-together, and ready to represent her workplace well. Right now, she does not have appropriate work sweaters, and having a blue one would give her a reliable option she can pair with multiple outfits. Support with this item would help ease the stress of starting a new job and allow Justine to focus on learning her role and succeeding in this new opportunity.