Corina, 23 years old, OR | NEEDED BY 06/19

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Corina entered foster care at just ten years old, carrying more weight on her small shoulders than any child should. She experienced two unsuccessful adoptions that deepened her questions about trust and love, but never lost faith in the possibility of healing. Now a young adult who has aged out of the system, Corina dreams of becoming a therapist and public speaker to help others confront their trauma with courage and learn to love freely. Outside of her aspirations, she brings people together through comfort, warmth, and good food, hosting dinners that fill the room with laughter and connection. Sharing meals creates a sense of community for Corina, allowing her to offer others the feeling of home that she longed for during her childhood. In those moments with loved ones, she feels a quiet kind of healing unfold. Every dish she prepares and every conversation at her table contribute to her journey of rewriting her story and empowering others to do the same.

Corina would love a gift card so she can take her little cousins to see the new Toy Story movie. She is excited to spend quality time with them and create a fun memory they can all enjoy together. Being able to treat her cousins to a movie would mean so much to her and would make the day feel extra special for them. Corina loves making her younger family members smile, and this outing would give them all a chance to laugh, bond, and enjoy time together.