Jaylah, 13 years old, NJ | NEEDED BY 09/18

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Jaylah is a bright and loving young lady who is finding her way through the heartbreak of losing her mother. It's a huge change for her, and she's working hard to navigate all the emotions that come with such a loss. Despite the pain, she shows incredible strength and resilience. Dancing is her happy place; it gives her a chance to express herself and take a break from the tough moments. She often thinks back on the special times they shared, especially playing board games together. Those simple yet meaningful memories bring her comfort and remind her of the love they shared.

Jaylah recently lost her mother in a tragic incident, right before the start of the school year, a time that should have been about picking out new clothes and supplies, not facing an unimaginable loss. With everything happening so suddenly, she wasn't able to get what she needed to prepare for school, and now she's trying to start a new year while grieving one of the most important people in her life. A new pair of shoes may seem small, but for Jaylah, it would be one less thing to worry about, and a quiet reminder that even in the middle of something this painful, there are people who care about her and want to see her keep moving forward.