Rishon, 16 years old, TX

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Rishon has been in foster care for many years now and has found himself yet again at a new placement. On top of a placement change to a new group residential operation, he has recently been told that he is prediabetic. Rishon has always enjoyed cooking and baking and is motivated to learn more cooking skills so he can provide himself with healthier options. Someday he would like to incorporate healthier exercise options as well.

Rishon really enjoys cooking and baking, and after recently learning he's prediabetic, he now has to make real changes to his diet. A HelloFresh gift card would let him put that toward meal kits tailored to his dietary needs, giving him access to healthier recipes and cooking methods designed specifically for his situation. Each kit comes with step-by-step recipe cards that walk Rishon through exactly how to prepare each meal, helping him build real confidence in the kitchen while learning to cook in a way that supports his health. Beyond the immediate benefit, these are skills Rishon can carry with him for the rest of his life, learning not just what to cook, but how to think about nutrition and make informed choices for himself. For a young man navigating a new health diagnosis, having the tools to take that on with confidence, rather than fear, can offer real hope as he looks toward his future.