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Growing up, I didn’t have a father in the picture, so instead of celebrating Father’s Day, I had what we called “Uncle’s Day” because of Uncle Jack. He filled that role for me. Uncle Jack owned a truck that I admired from the very first time I saw it. Every time I visited him, I told him I was going to buy it from him one day.

Uncle Jack was a hard worker—he earned everything he had through dedication and grit. That truck meant a lot to him, and to me, it’s more than just a vehicle. It’s a symbol of him, his values, and the bond we shared. Every time I’d get behind the wheel or add something new to it, it would be a reminder of who he was and everything he stood for.

Unfortunately, Uncle Jack still owed money on the truck. As a 16-year-old, I don’t have the funds to pay it off myself. I’m going to work and do everything I can to earn the money, but it’s a long shot on my own. I want to keep the truck in the family—not just as a memory, but as something he was truly proud of.

Any contribution, no matter how small, would mean the world to me as I work toward making this happen. Thank you for your support.