Jaquez is an 18 year old, who underwent a heart transplant at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital. As a recent high school graduate, Jaquez has been gearing up for his first year in college. He is starting this new chapter in his life, and is very excited about what his future holds! Because of this, Jaquez wanted his special wish to be a shopping spree to freshen up his wardrobe before he starts his Freshman year at Southern Illinois University! On October 17th, Jaquez and A Special Wish Chicago team went to the Chicago Outlet Mall in Aurora.  They wanted to make sure Jaquez had everything he needed to start his new year at college.  Jaquez shopped till he dropped with his wish team.  They found some of his favorite things to wear, especially at Nike, Under Armor, Michael Kors, and Adidas. It looks  like it was an incredible day for all!

With the hard work behind him, it’s time for that shopping spree!

Looking forward to a bright future. Good luck, Jaquez!!!

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