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$384
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A crib for Eli to make sure his newborn has a safe place to sleep

Posted Jan 30, 2025
Eli is a single father preparing to bring his newborn baby home from the hospital, embarking on this journey without any family support. With just him and his baby, he is eager to ensure a safe and nurturing environment for his little one. Understanding the importance of Safe Sleep practices, Eli is in need of a safe crib that will allow his baby to sleep peacefully. A crib with built-in storage drawers would be perfect for him, providing not only a secure place for his newborn to rest but also a convenient space for keeping all the baby's essentials organized. This will help Eli create a welcoming and functional space for his new life as a father.

Eli is 18 years old and lives in MO

Eli is a young, soon-to-be father in foster care. He was adopted once and then returned to the state, where he has been moved from foster home to foster home. He recently was able to rent his own apartment through his hard work and dedication to his drive for independence. He has had a lot of traumas when it comes to being in foster care but has overcome everything he has been through. Eli has asked to remain in care so he will have assistance with his education and employment journey. Eli excelled in high school and graduated in 2024. He likes to work in construction and works seasonally with a crew in the town where he lives. He wants to work on a business degree and someday start his own building company. Eli's interests have always been basketball and chess. He believes they each complement the other as strategy is what fuels them. When he isn't working, he can be found at the community center playing ball with other youth.

The Wish Story

MO DSS Children's Division - Shannon County requests this wish for Eli.

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