Maria, 33 years old, NJ

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Maria is a resilient mother of two who arrived from Cuba with little more than a vision for her children’s future. Despite the challenges of starting over in a new country, her journey has been defined by a tireless work ethic and an unwavering resolve. After spending her initial months navigating life from a shelter while searching for employment, Maria reached a major milestone: securing an affordable apartment of her own. She is overjoyed to finally provide her family with a permanent foundation and is eager to begin this hopeful new chapter.

Maria recently moved out of a shelter and into an apartment to provide a more stable and safer environment for her children. Her top priority was finding suitable beds for them, and she successfully accomplished that. However, Maria is currently sleeping on the floor. A new mattress would provide her with much-needed comfort after the challenges she has faced, and continues to face, each day.