Sinty, 17 years old, NJ

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Sinty is a bright young girl with a wonderful smile and a positive attitude. Despite facing many difficult challenges in her young life, she has not allowed these experiences to alter her outlook on life. Sinty works hard in school and makes friends easily. Sinty is kind, well-mannered, and truly grateful for anything kind gestures given to her. Sinty moved to her new placement in April. Sinty would like to be able to use her phone to communicate with her brother back in her native country. She hopes to be able to make lasting connections in her new school and community. Sinty also enjoys watching YouTube videos about history and listening to music. One of her favorite things to do is to learn and take pictures. For Sinty, having a phone is important because it allows her to maintain contact with her family and allow her to navigate her new life in America.

Sintayehu is wishing for a smartphone to bridge the distance between herself and her brother in Ethiopia while building strong connections in her new home. Moving to a new country brings significant adjustments, and having a reliable phone serves as a vital lifeline to keep in touch with family overseas, stay connected with new classmates, and access helpful resources for her studies. Receiving this device will provide Sintayehu with immense comfort, support her passion for learning and exploring new opportunities, and empower her to feel confident and connected as she builds her future.