Sophia, 13 years old, NJ | 1 DAY WAITING

Wish submitted by:

NJ DCFS - Mercer County

Sophia entered foster care at 22 months old and has experienced 16 placements since then. She aspires to find a permanent, loving home with a family that values honesty and care. Over time, she has developed an interest in cosmetology and hopes to pursue it professionally, while continuing to expand her skills in supporting and helping others.

Sophia has lived in 16 placements over 12 years, and through every move, her love of nails and hair has stayed constant. It’s her creative outlet, and she already knows she wants to attend cosmetology school after high school. This Christmas, a nail kit would give her the tools to keep practicing and sharpening the skills she’s so passionate about. She could experiment with new colors and designs, try out techniques she’s been wanting to master, and give her friends fresh manicures along the way. Every set she finishes is practice for the career she’s dreaming of, and a kit of her own means her supplies won’t get lost or left behind with the next move.