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$161
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Housing supplies for Ixchel to attend the Foster Youth Internship Program in Washington, D.C.

Posted Mar 15, 2018
Ixchel was accepted into the 2018 Foster Youth Internship Program in Washington, D.C. This is a highly esteemed, life-changing youth empowerment program for young adults who have spent their formative years in foster care, offering them the opportunity to intern in a Congressional office for the summer. CCAI provides full service, wrap-around care throughout the internship. However, Ixchel will need the essential housing supplies such as bedding, toiletries, a dining set, cooking supplies, and Tupperware to name a few.

Ixchel is 33 years old and lives in CA

Ixchel was in the foster care system in the state of California and Washington and is a graduate student at the University of Southern California, where she is pursuing her degree in Social Work with a focus in Education, Child Welfare, Mental Health, and Policy. Her prior experience with the Mental Health and Community Supportive Services contributed for her understanding in linked communities and therefore a broader perspective to bring to the Foster Youth Internship (FYI) Program.

The Wish Story

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Karen grants the wish for Ixchel! Thanks Karen.

"Have a great time in DC this summer, Ixchel. You should be very proud of what you are achieving!"

One Simple Wish sends the gift to the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute (CCAI) for Ixchel.

Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute (CCAI) receives the wish!

Ixchel receives the gift from Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute (CCAI) !

"Karen, I hope this message finds you in the best of spirits. I wanted to reach out to you today and let you know that on behalf of our small team here at the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute (CCAI), we are sending our sincerest appreciation for your support of Ixchel in our Foster Youth Internship Program®. We are excited for her arrival in Washington, D.C. on May 29th, as we have an eventful and inspiring summer planned. I will ensure that she receives your wonderful note of encouragement as these touches help the former foster youth during the program, knowing that they have cheerleaders rooting for their success. You are a true champion and we are truly grateful, Martina Arnold, Director of Development CCAI"

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