Amy Mendoza, 20 years old, CA

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Amy has been a ward of the court and in foster care since the age of 12. Her biological mother left her and her three younger siblings with a family friend and returned to Guatemala, while her father has been in prison for years. With no other relatives able to care for them, Amy has faced many challenges, yet she has thrived. She graduated high school at 18 and has shown remarkable growth and resilience. Amy is fascinated by science and dreams of becoming a chemist, pursuing her passion for learning and discovery.

Amy is a sophomore in college, majoring in chemistry. She is a full-time student and has enrolled in several challenging classes. At this time, Amy is not employed and has no source of income to purchase a laptop. Helping Amy get a laptop would give her the tools she needs to complete assignments, stay organized, and succeed in her college courses. This support would be a meaningful step toward achieving her academic goals.