Kyle, 19 years old, OR | 3 DAYS WAITING | NEEDED BY 10/09

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Kyle entered foster care when he was ten years old and moved between different homes often, never staying in one place long enough to feel at home. This constant change made him feel like he didn’t belong anywhere and always made him feel like the “new kid.” Instead of letting this instability get to him, Kyle found comfort in school. He loved reading, studying, and doing well in class, which became a safe outlet for him. Over time, this interest grew into a passion for medicine. Now in college, he has dreams of becoming a doctor.

For his birthday this year, Kyle would love a meal at The Cheesecake Factory, home to his all-time favorite dessert. Between the extensive menu of entrees and the wide variety of cheesecakes to choose from, having a gift card would give Kyle the freedom to order exactly what he wants- no budgeting around cost, no settling for something smaller. It's the kind of birthday treat that feels like a real celebration, letting Kyle enjoy a full meal out plus the dessert he loves most, all on his own terms.