Koa, 16 years old, NJ | 1 DAY WAITING

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Koa is an amazing young woman who does well in everything she tries. She lives with her mom, who has a disability, and her older sister, who is in college. She has faced many challenges in her life, including dyslexia, autism, ADHD, and depression, but she has shown great resilience. After dealing with a tough childhood, including abusive situations with her father, Koa didn’t start speaking until she was five years old. She worked hard in therapy to improve her speech and learn how to walk. Growing up, Koa faced social challenges and bullying, where kids called her "weird" and "fat." Despite this, she succeeded in losing weight by walking and eating healthy, and she has kept a 4.0 GPA in high school for three years. People say she is gifted and talented. Koa loves to research different topics, and she learned makeup and beauty techniques from YouTube. She enjoys working out, taking care of herself, and exploring sports and fashion. Koa dreams of becoming a part-time model and a full-time therapist to help children who have been through similar experiences. She has made good friends in her therapy group and has moved past self-harm. Even though her family faces financial struggles, Koa’s accomplishments show how strong and determined she is.

Koa passionately plays basketball and is contemplating joining the flag football team. For the past five years, the Dallas Cowboys have been her favorite football team, ever since she was gifted a ticket to a game. Since then, she has developed a great fondness for collecting memorabilia, holding onto the hope of attending another game in the future. A Cowboys football jacket would not only keep her warm but also inspire her as she embraces her love for sports. Koa’s remarkable discipline and resilience deserve to be celebrated, and this jacket would serve as a wonderful reward!