Lottie, 21 years old, CA

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Lottie has been couch-surfing with friends, using her time to turn an empty apartment into a space that feels like her own. With a passion for art, she’s filled it with her paintings and has gathered the essentials like canvas, acrylics, and brushes. After earning her GED, she’s now pursuing an Associate’s degree at a local community college, showing her commitment by specifically requesting a scientific calculator. Supported by foster care along the way, she’s building her future one class and one piece of furniture at a time.

Lottie moved in this August, and her apartment reflects a story of transition. Everything in her space is either borrowed, donated, or just not there yet. The first thing you notice missing is the sheets, a detail often overlooked by visitors who assume someone has already taken care of it. A complete set of her own sheets would change everything, transforming the bed from a temporary resting place into a true sanctuary where she can finally feel at home.