Riley, 21 years old, TX | NEEDED BY 06/12

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Riley is great kid who has many interests. He enjoys sports, welding and video games as his favorite ways to relax. Riley recently moved in with his aunt and uncle and is about to begin his senior year in high school this fall. He is nervous about going to a new school and making new friends but he is such a likeable kid he feels he will be just fine. He likes to be social and hang out with friends and family. He is not sure what his dream career is yet but if he could pick a dream career it would be to be an NFL player. He loves the Dallas Cowboys.

This year on his birthday, Riley is wishing for a chance to prepare for a camping trip with friends and make lasting memories as he steps into the next chapter of his life. Riley is aging out of foster care and has worked incredibly hard to build a future for himself. Through every challenge, he has remained determined, responsible, and focused on reaching his goals. As he transitions into adulthood, something as simple as camping essentials can mean so much—a tent, sleeping bag, flashlight, cooking supplies, and the small items that make an outdoor adventure possible. More than just a trip, this experience represents freedom, friendship, independence, and the opportunity to enjoy being a young adult after overcoming so much.