Maria, 17 years old, CA | 33 DAYS WAITING

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After spending eight years in foster care and enduring extensive abuse, Maria is finally reunited with her grandmother, who has been granted legal guardianship. Despite her painful past, Maria has found healing through working with animals and volunteering at a local shelter, where her empathy and dedication shine. Committed to her education and driven by a dream, Maria aspires to become a veterinarian and provide affordable pet care in her community. Now living with her grandmother, she is embracing a new beginning and building a future filled with hope and purpose.

Maria enjoys working with animals and volunteering, and music can be a meaningful way for her to relax, express herself, and create positive moments while adjusting to this new chapter of her life. Having a portable speaker would also allow her to enjoy music while studying, spending time with her grandmother, or participating in activities she enjoys. This simple wish would give Maria a sense of comfort, independence, and normalcy as she continues healing, pursuing her education, and working toward her dream of becoming a veterinarian.