Piper, 11 years old, NJ

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Piper is a shy yet talented girl who has faced significant challenges in her life. Since 2018, her single mother has been battling cancer, which has impacted their family dynamic. The COVID-19 pandemic made remote learning tough for Piper, leading to feelings of isolation and difficulties in keeping up with her studies. Recently diagnosed with a learning disability, she grapples with shame and faces bullying from peers, affecting her self-esteem and discouraging her smile. Despite these obstacles, Piper is creative and passionate about art, making beautiful bracelets and launching a successful collection for breast cancer awareness. While she desires supportive friendships, past hurt makes her wary of trusting others. She enjoys video games, music, and YouTube, which offer her moments of joy amidst her challenges.

Lately, Piper hasn't been herself as she has shared with her mom that she has been facing bullying at school. Even though the bullying issue has been resolved, it still lingers in her mind, sometimes leading her to make excuses not to go to school. A day at Dave and Buster's would provide a much-needed outlet for Piper, a chance to enjoy her childhood, feel accepted, and have fun without any worries. This wonderful day could help her relieve some stress and regain her joyful spirit.