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A celebratory meal for Ely who wants to celebrate all of his accomplishments with his family

Posted Jun 8, 2018
Ely would like to go out to celebrate his accomplishments, graduating from high school and being accepted into college. He would like to go to Joe's Crab Shack since he loves seafood, especially crabs. This will be a great time for him and allow him to reflect on the past and set plans for the future.

Elyjah is 23 years old and lives in NJ

Ely is about to graduate from high school and get ready to attend college. The journey he is on, wasn't always a positive one. Ely lives with his Mother, Grandmother, and three siblings. Ely's mother has had numerous issues and it often falls to his Grandmother to be his caregiver. His sister also suffers with a medical condition and is often hospitalized for weeks at a time. This impacts the entire family. Ely worries when his sister gets hospitalized but he puts on a brave face. Ely has developed into a loving, and caring young man who has aspirations to either be an international businessman or a marine biologist. Even with the recent loss of his grandfather, Ely remains positive. He just sent in his deposit to the college of his choice in Tampa FL. While he doesn't want to leave his sisters and grandmother, he hopes that moving away for school will allow him to focus and enjoy the college experience.

The Wish Story

Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region - Philadelphia, PA requests this wish for Elyjah.

One Simple Wish posts the wish to the website.

Melissa grants the wish for Elyjah! Thanks Melissa.

"Congratulations on your graduation from HS Ely! Wishing you the best in the future!"

One Simple Wish sends the gift to the Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region - Philadelphia, PA for Elyjah.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region - Philadelphia, PA receives the wish!

Elyjah receives the gift from Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region - Philadelphia, PA!

"Ely is going to be so excited to be able to celebrate his success - graduating from High School. Thanks for making this possible for him! We'll send pictures of the dinner once Ely goes. "

Melissa sent an update on the wish for Elyjah.

"Congrats to Ely -- we are thrilled to be part of his celebration! "

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