Please give for our 2nd Annual Adopt-A-Family (through Share Ourselves). This holiday season, let’s make a difference by adopting a family in need. On behalf of So Cal Explorers, I’ve partnered with Share Our Selves in Costa Mesa to support Jesus, a single dad and his two children, 11-year-old daughter, Montserrat and 9-year-old Jeremias. Jesus needs grocery store gift cards and restaurant gift cards to feed the kids. Montserrat is an artist who wants warm clothing and colored pencils, and a bike. Her favorite colors are pink and gray. Jeremias is interested in soccer and Legos and also wants a bike.
Let’s come together for this family!

**Please send your donation via Venmo or Zelle, and I’ll purchase and deliver their gifts by December 15.**

**Venmo: @yvonnebrizula 562-846-5222**
**or**
**Zelle: Yvonne Michelle Brizula - yvonnebrizula@gmail.com**

\*If we have a strong response, I’ll plan a get-together so we can gather and wrap their gifts.

The following information is from Share Our Selves:

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his family is lovingly cared for and supported by their father, Jesus, whose dedication and commitment to his children shine every day. He ensures that both Montserrat and Jeremias attend school regularly and on time, setting an example of responsibility and care. Since joining the school community late last year, the family has been adjusting well, with the children slowly building friendships and finding their place among their peers.
Montserrat, a 6th grader, is a creative and talented artist who loves xpressing herself through drawing. Her favorite colors are pink and gray, and she dreams of having art supplies like sketchpads and colored pencils to continue developing her skills. She also hopes for a bike and helmet so she can ride outdoors and explore her neighborhood. Jeremias, a 4th grader, is full of energy and growing more passionate about soccer. He enjoys playing with Legos and Hot Wheels and would be thrilled to receive a Lego set, a soccer ball, and a Mexico National Team jersey.
Jesus’s love and effort to create a stable and nurturing environment for his children are truly inspiring. This family exemplifies hard work, kindness, and the importance of staying hopeful even when life is challenging.
Your generosity this holiday season will bring immense joy to Jesus, Montserrat, and Jeremias. A thoughtful gift or food card will help them celebrate the holidays together and remind them that they are valued and supported by a caring community.
Wishlist

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Jesus (Dad)
Age
Years
Gender
Male

### Wish

Costco gift card for household essentials
Northgate Market gift card for groceries
Restaurant gift card
Additional Info:

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Jesus would appreciate gift cards to various restaurants to take his family out to dinner.
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#### Montserrat (Daughter)

Age
11 Years
Gender
Female

### Wish

Warm clothing
WSS gift card for shoes
Bike with helmet and lock
Sketchpad
PrismaColor Colored pencils
PrismaColor markers
Additional Info:

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Montse loves the colors pink and gray. She would like to continue growing as an artist with additional art supplies.
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#### Jeremias (Son)

Age
9 Years
Gender
Male

### Wish

Warm clothing
WSS gift card for shoes
LEGO set
Mexico National Team jersey
Soccer ball
Bike with helmet and lock
Additional Info:

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Jeremias is developing a love for soccer and he is keeping motivated to do well in school. Having a Mexico soccer team jersey would help him grow his interest in soccer.
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Yvonne B

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