Royce, 16 years old, OR | 10 DAYS WAITING

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Royce is in kinship care and is being raised by his grandmother. Although he is deeply loved, he still feels the lasting effects of growing up without consistent parental support. One of the most significant gaps in Royce’s life is the absence of strong male role models in his home. He thrives when he is cared for by male coaches who provide the encouragement, structure, and accountability that he cannot find at home. These mentoring relationships have become essential to his growth and confidence as a young man.

Royce plays point guard for his school team and with a YMCA coaching program, and he's picked out the basketball shoes best suited for his position. New shoes would help him keep showing up strong for his team.