Gary, 16 years old, MO

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Gary grew up taking on adult responsibilities and caring for family members. He recently moved to a new foster home in a town where he does not know a single person. He arrived after the school year had already started, which made meeting classmates nearly impossible.

Gary is a hardworking young man who never complains, no matter what he's dealing with. Last winter, that meant getting through the coldest days in nothing more than a hoodie, insisting he was fine even when it was clear he was freezing. A proper winter coat would give Gary the warmth he's never asked for but clearly needs, so he doesn't have to tough out another season pretending the cold doesn't bother him.