Juan, 22 years old, CA | 15 DAYS WAITING

Wish submitted by:

Strength Based Community Change (SBCC)

Juan is a big dreamer who has spent a lot of time looking up. After spending the majority of his childhood in foster care without a traditional family safety net, Juan chose to build his own foundation. The day he turned 18, he moved out on his own and immediately started working toward his biggest goal yet: becoming an aircraft engineer. Now 22, Juan is balancing the demands of college with the realities of being a young adult on his own. He doesn't just want a job; he wants a career where he can solve complex problems and keep people safe in the air. He’s proven that he has the drive to succeed—he just needs a little community support to help clear the runway.

Juan has spent the majority of his life in foster care, navigating a journey that required immense resilience. Today, he is a remarkably hardworking individual who devotes his energy to his passion for automotive engineering. His project car is his pride and joy, a place where he can focus, build, and create something of his own. A racing bucket seat is the 'heart' of a car's interior, and receiving this would not only help him move closer to finishing his build but also serve as a powerful reminder that his hard work and passions are worth supporting.