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$138
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Air Force 1s for Jay Who Recently Had His Shoes Stolen

Posted Aug 25, 2024
Jay cares a lot about his style and takes very good care of his clothing, his shoes, and his items. He works at a movie theater and saved up to buy his own Air Force 1s and is devastated that they were recently stolen. He is asking for new shoes to replace the ones that were taken so he can have another pair of shoes to style his wardrobe and feel confident in himself.

Jay is 17 years old and lives in GA

Jay is a mature and intelligent young man with a strong work ethic and a desire to succeed. He spent much of his childhood caring for his mother before entering foster care, and he is now living with a supportive foster family. Maintaining a steady job, Jay is actively working towards his GED while also studying for his learner's permit to drive. Despite his respectful and easygoing nature, his foster parents have observed that Jay often feels the need to seek permission to rest and enjoy himself, which can hinder his ability to savor his childhood. Recently, he took a positive step by joining a boxing club and an ultimate frisbee league, where he's not only making friends but also learning to balance his responsibilities with fun and leisure activities. Through these experiences, Jay is beginning to find a healthier equilibrium between work and enjoyment.

The Wish Story

Carroll County Foster Parent Association requests this wish for Jay.

One Simple Wish posts the wish to the website.

Awesome Human grants the wish for Jay! Thanks Awesome Human.

"Good luck in all that you are working to accomplish, Jay!"

One Simple Wish sends the gift to the Carroll County Foster Parent Association for Jay.

Carroll County Foster Parent Association receives the wish!

"Thank you so much for purchasing new shoes for Jay! He was so surprised and touched that someone would see him and his own desires. He picked out a pair of black Air Force 1s and is so happy to have his favorite shoes back again."

Jay receives the wish from Carroll County Foster Parent Association

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