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About This Wish

$74
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A new pair of sneakers for Shawn

Posted Jun 23, 2017
Shawn has difficulty walking, and as a result, he wears through shoes faster than others may. His wish is for a new pair of red, FILA running shoes that he can be excited to wear!

Shawn is 17 years old and lives in NC

Shawn is a wonderful young man who struggles with the lasting effects of abuse and neglect. He has many special needs and requires a high level of care and attention. He likes being part of the family and likes working on fixing things. Shawn likes to eat Chick-fil-A and listen to music. Shawn loves helping people and wants to be a teacher someday.

The Wish Story

Foster Parent Association of Wilkes - Wilkesboro, NC requests this wish for Shawn.

One Simple Wish posts the wish to the website.

James grants the wish for Shawn! Thanks James.

"You're awesome. I really hope that you enjoy the sneakers."

One Simple Wish sends the gift to the Foster Parent Association of Wilkes - Wilkesboro, NC for Shawn.

The Foster Parent Association of Wilkes - Wilkesboro, NC receives the wish!

Tonya sent an update on the wish for Shawn.

"James, Shawn feels like a million dollars in his new shoes! He loves them and wants to wear them every where! Thank you for helping him out and making his wish come true! Many thanks from FPAW!"

Hope sent an update on the wish for Shawn.

"We've just received a thank you from Shawn. James, One Simple Wish would like to thank you for your generosity and we hope that you continue to put smiles on the faces of children and hope in their hearts!"

Shawn receives the gift from her case worker!

"In case we haven't said it enough...thank you for supporting One Simple Wish and our amazing kids!"

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