Sam, 19 years old, OR | 33 DAYS WAITING

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Sam’s life has been shaped by many transitions. After losing his mom at a young age, he entered the foster care system at just 8 years old and moved in and out of different foster homes until he eventually aged out. Recently, due to challenges with previous foster parents, Sam had to move out and begin living on his own. Now in college, he is working hard to keep moving forward while also trying to figure out what path he wants to take in life. With so many recent changes, Sam is navigating a lot at once. Balancing independence, school, and the emotional weight of these transitions hasn’t been easy. Still, he continues showing resilience as he adjusts to life on his own and explores his future. Like many young people who have experienced the foster care system, Sam is in a season of discovery, learning who he is, what he wants, and how to build the life he deserves.

Sam is wishing for a cool new Nike T-shirt that he can wear and feel good in. Having something new and stylish would mean a lot to him and help boost his confidence. A new shirt may seem simple, but for Sam it would make a big difference. It would give him something comfortable and nice to wear while helping him feel proud of how he looks. This small wish would bring him a lot of joy and help him feel more confident in his everyday life.