Zaiden, 13 years old, TX

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Zaiden is an inquisitive and energetic young man. He is kind, polite, and respectful. Coming from a large family, Zaiden was recently moved from a long-term placement to be closer to his siblings. He is very active and enjoys playing sports and games, with a particular fondness for trampoline parks. Previously, Zaiden was on his school baseball team, learned to play the guitar, built with Legos, and loves working with his hands. He is currently learning better coping skills and how to navigate the foster care system and adapt to different home environments.

Zaiden is new to receiving regulated care and has never owned a pair of jeans or a graphic t-shirt. He is learning how to connect with other teenage boys, but struggles with confidence. Zaiden believes that if he had clothes similar to those worn by other kids, he would be more capable of making friends and building his self-esteem. This is part 1 of a 2-part wish.