Marcus, 20 years old, VA | 5 DAYS WAITING | NEEDED BY 09/18

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Marcus spent much of his adolescence moving through the foster care system, and after aging out, he's been working hard to build independence through an independent living program. He's now preparing for an exciting next chapter by enrolling in a Job Corps program. Marcus is determined and disciplined, someone who shows up early and works harder than most, and he's especially interested in construction and electrical work. In his downtime, he likes working out, listening to podcasts about personal finance and self-improvement, and mentoring younger kids in his program who remind him of himself a few years back. Marcus has faced housing instability and had to become self-sufficient far earlier than most young people, but he's channeled that experience into real motivation.

As Marcus prepares to head off to his Job Corps program, there's a long list of practical things he'll need along the way, from clothing and supplies to the everyday essentials that make a new place feel livable. An Amazon gift card would give Marcus the flexibility to get exactly what he needs as he settles in, without adding financial strain to an already demanding transition. For a young man who has had to be self-reliant far earlier than most, having this kind of support means one less thing to worry about as he focuses on building the skilled career he's worked so hard to pursue.