Saint J, 10 years old, NJ | 13 DAYS WAITING

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Saint is a remarkable young lady with a love for reading, dinosaurs, and science. As an honor roll student, she is passionate about learning and enjoys cooking, especially baking, inspired by her grandmother, the neighborhood "cake lady." Saint's journey has been challenging; after losing her mother, she and her siblings were taken in by their maternal grandmother to avoid foster care. Their father has been absent since they were toddlers. Following a devastating fire that destroyed their home and belongings, Saint and her siblings became homeless again, relying on their grandmother for support. To cope with her feelings of sadness and isolation, Saint has started therapy and is learning to embrace her childhood while cultivating positive thoughts.

Saint has faced numerous challenges in her life, particularly after the loss of her mother. Taken in by her grandmother to prevent being placed in foster care, she found a vital source of support in her grandmother, especially with their father absent for most of her life. Unfortunately, after a fire destroyed their home, Saint and her siblings faced homelessness once again, relying on their grandmother for shelter. Despite these overwhelming hardships, Saint has demonstrated incredible strength by starting therapy to navigate her feelings of sadness and isolation. She often thinks about her favorite hoodie, a beloved piece of clothing she wore often until it was lost in the fire. Providing her with a new, essential hoodie for the chilly days ahead would not only ensure her comfort and warmth but also serve as a reminder that she is loved and supported. Rebuilding her wardrobe with nice clothes could truly brighten her spirits and help her on her journey of healing.