Miriam C., 24 years old, CA | 36 DAYS WAITING

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Miriam entered foster care at 17 after suffering from abuse, neglect, and housing instability, all while caring for her family at a young age. Adjusting to being cared for was difficult, but she moved into transitional housing and eventually secured her own place after experiencing homelessness. Despite these challenges, she has developed resilience and independence, enjoying activities like walking, listening to music, singing, dancing, playing video games, pottery, building LEGOs, and feeding ducks. Now, she's focused on creating a safe and comfortable home while pursuing her interests in psychology and the Bible.

Miriam is seeking financial assistance to attend driving school and obtain her driver’s license. After recently transferring to a four-year university, she now faces a significantly longer commute for her classes. Learning to drive is crucial for her, as it will ultimately lead to owning a vehicle and securing reliable transportation to school. Support for driving school would enable Miriam to develop the necessary skills and confidence to earn her license, enhance her independence, and continue striving toward her educational goals.