Luca, 19 years old, OR | 34 DAYS WAITING

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Luca is an incredibly talented artist who expresses himself through painting and original digital art, and is teaching himself to sew. He has been in and out of foster care his entire life, beginning with his initial removal from his mother’s care at birth due to fetal drug exposure. He was most recently returned to care in 2022 and benefited from being placed with a relative whose support was instrumental in getting him back on track with his high school credits so he could graduate on time. Over and over, he has tackled life's challenges and succeeded. He has chosen to stay in foster care until he has to age out due to needing continued support, both financially and logistically, in the transition to adulthood.

Luca is excitedly taking a big step into adulthood as he steps into his first year of college and embraces independent living in a dorm! He’s looking to bring his unique style to life by furnishing his new home, starting with a small shelf to organize his textbooks and supplies. Although Luca’s former resource home faces some financial challenges, with one adult supporting a loving family of eight, he has received immense emotional support from his resource mom. As he makes this important transition, Luca is proactively navigating his limited resources. While it can be tricky to get even the smallest items, he’s determined to create a cozy, functional space that reflects his personality. With a bit of community support, Luca can turn his dorm into a welcoming sanctuary for his college journey ahead!