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This remarkable 22-year-old woman is incredibly independent, hardworking, and resilient. Over the past year, she has faced a number of life-altering challenges, losing nearly all of her belongings in an apartment flood caused by a faulty sprinkler system, and enduring the heartbreaking loss of her mother in the summer of 2024. Despite these overwhelming hardships, she has shown incredible strength and determination. After being relocated to a second-floor unit without central air, she has worked tirelessly to replace most of what was lost, using her own resources. This has left her living month to month, with little room for extras. Even so, she never complains and rarely asks for help. She is known for her kindness and generosity, even when she has little to give. She spends most of her time at home focused on bettering herself; attending virtual mental health appointments, studying, preparing for her road test to get her driver’s license, and planning for a future where she can pursue her dream of becoming a seamstress or clothing maker. Her drive to build a stable and independent life, especially without the support of reliable adults, is truly admirable. A portable AC unit (either window or freestanding) would bring much-needed comfort to her living space, allowing her to continue focusing on her goals in a safe and comfortable environment. She has already overcome so much with grace and determination—this would be a meaningful step toward helping her thrive.