Daniel, 28 years old, OH

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Daniel is a determined young father who has faced many challenges throughout his life but continues working hard to build a better future for himself and his children. Daniel and his brother experienced instability growing up, spending time in several foster homes before their father regained custody and placed them in the care of their elderly grandmother. Although she was able to provide for their basic needs, Daniel faced many obstacles during his childhood and struggled in school. Daniel remained with his grandmother until her recent passing, which left him without stable housing and forced him to live out of his car for a period of time. Despite these hardships, Daniel has continued to push forward and has recently been able to begin getting back on his feet. He is now working toward building a stable home and a brighter future. Daniel is focused on creating a safe and welcoming environment so he can strengthen his relationship with his children and work toward overnight visits with them. He is determined to prove that he is ready to take the next steps in providing a stable and loving home.

After aging out of foster care and experiencing homelessness following the loss of his grandmother, Daniel has remained determined to rebuild his life. He has been actively searching for work and taking steps to improve his mental and physical well-being. Once his car is running, Daniel will need gas to attend job interviews and travel to work. This gas card will directly support his ability to maintain employment and continue progressing toward stability and independence.