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HOLIDAY WISH

Uber for Fab to get to her new job

Posted Nov 27, 2024
Fab is filled with excitement as she begins a new chapter in her life, starting a new job and enrolling in a certification program at a local school. Her part-time job at the warehouse, combined with her six-month training that requires attendance three days a week, keeps her busy and allows her to pursue her dreams. This opportunity empowers Fab to work towards self-sufficiency, managing her bills now that she lives independently. Throughout her life, Fab has faced numerous struggles, from living in group homes to resource homes, and she is finally in a place where she feels she's making progress. However, she faces a significant challenge: transportation. There are no buses or trains available for her to use, and while she’s waiting for a good friend to lend her a car until she can find one of her own, she will need to rely on Uber for two weeks to commute to school and work, especially on days when both are scheduled. This support is crucial for Fab as she steps into her new career. With her job officially starting in two weeks, anxiety is setting in about how she'll manage transportation from school to work and back home. She'll need to rely on Uber until she receives her first paycheck. Granting this wish would provide Fab with the financial support she needs to sustain herself, giving her peace of mind and enabling her to focus on her promising future.

Fab is 22 years old and lives in NJ

Fab is a remarkable young lady who has faced numerous challenges throughout her life. Having spent most of her childhood in foster care, she has shown incredible strength and determination in overcoming the obstacles that came her way. Born to a young mother struggling with emotional issues and lacking support, Fab endured unimaginable abuse at a tender age, leaving both physical and emotional scars. Despite the hardships she faced, Fab’s spirit remained unbroken. At the age of 19, she had the opportunity to meet her father for the first time, even though he had been incarcerated. This encounter ignited a desire within her to build a relationship with him, showcasing her capacity for forgiveness and resilience. Currently, Fab is enrolled with an organization, where she has found solace and support. Through her involvement with the organization, she has made significant progress in opening up to individuals her age and has taken positive steps toward managing her depression. Fab’s peers have become her chosen family, providing her with the love and acceptance she deserves. Fab has a passion for self-expression and enjoys spending time with her peers. She finds joy in dressing up and using makeup to cover some of the physical scars she endured during her early years. Through her journey, Fab has discovered her own beauty, both inside and out.

The Wish Story

KFS&C requests this wish for Fab.

One Simple Wish posts the wish to the website.

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

"Hi Fam, Your hard work and determination is so inspiring! I hope this gift gives you the little boost you need to achieve your dreams. Best wishes, Christa"

One Simple Wish sends the gift to the KFS&C for Fab.

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