Skye, 16 years old, VA | 1 DAY WAITING | NEEDED BY 10/16

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Skye fills a battered spiral notebook with poems she rarely shares with anyone outside her closest circle, using writing to process feelings she doesn't always know how to say out loud. She's warm and social once she's comfortable, and her small group of close friends means the world to her, giving her a sense of belonging that's sometimes hard to find elsewhere. Skye has moved through several foster placements since entering care in middle school, and while the instability has made her cautious with new adults, she pours a lot of that emotion into her writing instead. Skye loves spending weekends with her friends, whether that's a sleepover, a trip to the mall, or just hanging out talking for hours.

A simple hair care essential like a bonnet may seem insignificant, but for a teenager managing her own routine, having quality products she likes and trusts can greatly enhance her confidence each day. It's the kind of everyday item that isn't always guaranteed for kids moving through foster care, and having it on hand means one less thing for Skye to worry about as she gets ready for school or a weekend out with friends. This would give Skye a practical essential paired with a bit of everyday self-assurance.