Esme, 24 years old, CA | NEEDED BY 07/31

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Esme is a young mom of two and the black sheep in a family of eight kids. She’s been through more than her fair share of abuse and trauma, but what sets her apart is her courage, as she’s the only one in her family who’s willing to stand up for herself. Esme is working hard to break the cycle and be a different kind of parent, learning to handle her emotions and show her daughters the love and stability she never got. Her dream? She wants to be in a stable, respectful relationship so her girls grow up knowing what real respect looks like. She’s ambitious, resilient, and fiercely motivated by her daughters—they’re her whole world, and she refuses to let anything hold her back. She doesn’t see life as a series of punishments or setbacks; she truly believes everything happens for a reason, even the bad stuff. She’s determined to make a better life for herself and her girls, and she’s not stopping until she gets there.

Esme is a young mother preparing to welcome her third child, her first son. Over the past year, she has worked hard to build stability for herself and her daughters. After experiencing homelessness, she now has a safe place to live and is focused on creating a better future for her family. Esme is a former foster youth who has faced many challenges without a strong support system. She has also made the difficult decision to step away from relationships that were not healthy, so she can focus on her children and their well-being. Even while in the final stages of pregnancy, Esme recently enrolled in a summer entrepreneurship course because she is determined to keep building opportunities for her family. She is requesting a 3-in-1 bassinet, changing table, and playpen to help prepare for her baby boy’s arrival. This would give her a safe, all-in-one space for her newborn to sleep, play, and grow during his early months.