Kelly is a resilient and determined young woman. Growing up in the foster care system, Kelly faced challenges that many her age never experienced. Her journey into foster care began when she and her mother became homeless, struggling to make ends meet in an unforgiving system. Despite the difficulties, Kelly’s experiences shaped her into someone deeply motivated to build a stable and secure future for herself. From a young age, she dreamed of creating a life where she would never have to worry about where her next meal or a safe place to sleep would come from. Kelly plans to take her next big step by enrolling in college to study business. Her dream is to dive into the corporate world and gain the skills needed to grow and lead successful businesses. Kelly is especially inspired to learn about entrepreneurship, leadership, and financial management, seeing these as tools to not only achieve personal success but also to help others who might be facing similar challenges to the ones she overcame. With her ambition, resourcefulness, and drive, Kelly is ready to turn her past struggles into a foundation for a brighter future—one she envisions as a place of independence, opportunity, and lasting impact.