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A trip to Walmart for Shawn to get back to school essentials!

Posted Aug 9, 2017
Shawn has a list of items he needs before returning to school this year. He needs everyday essentials like socks and t-shirts as and he would also love to get a few classroom items that he can use to help with his learning and homework! Things like new crayons, a binder, and markers will help make sure he can stay on top of his work this year.

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.

Michelle grants the wish for Shawn! Thanks Michelle.

"Have fun shopping for back to school supplies. I hope you have an excellent year. Enjoy your day. Michelle from Maryland. "

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

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

Tonya sent an update on the wish for Shawn.

"Michelle, Shawn was supper thrilled to get his back to school shopping trip! I was told he was especially focused on getting plenty of erasers! You truly helped him so much by just supplying a pack of socks, t-shirts, and basic school items. Thank you so much for caring for children in foster care!"

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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