We (Brion and Jenn) have been part of the adoption community for most of our lives. Brion’s family, including his father, aunts, and uncles, as well as niece and nephew were adopted. Before Jenn met Brion, she spent many years working with organizations that supported orphans and community health in Vietnam, China, Mexico, and Honduras. […]
Boy, born 2015 Unspecified mental disorder due to known physiological condition Expressive language disorder Disorder of central nervous system, unspecified
Boy, born 2014 Disorder of central nervous system, unspecified Severe intellectual disabilities Other specified chromosome abnormalities Frostbite with tissue necrosis of abdominal wall, lower back and pelvis He has a brother born in 2012 who was placed in a different orphanage.
Boy, born 2014 Disorder of central nervous system, unspecified Mixed specific developmental disorders Expressive language disorder Other mental disorders due to known physiological condition Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly hyperactive type Other congenital malformations of upper limb(s), including shoulder girdle Congenital malformation syndromes due to known exogenous causes, not elsewhere classified Has two siblings under custody […]
Boy, born 2016 Other disorders of nervous system not elsewhere classified Ventral hernia Other congenital deformities of feet Other congenital malformations of cardiac chambers and connections Neonatal goiter, not elsewhere classified Persistent hyperplasia of thymus Fetal alcohol syndrome (dysmorphic) He has 2 siblings – 17-year old sister and 12-year old brother; Due to his special […]
Boy, born 2014 Phonological disorder Portal hypertension Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Girl, born 2016 Communicating hydrocephalus Paraplegia Epileptic seizures related to external causes Other congenital deformities of hip Optic atrophy Other visual disturbances Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Girl, born 2017 Disorder of brain, unspecified Phonological disorder Girl, born 2016 Other disorders of nervous system not elsewhere classified Phonological disorder These sisters must be adopted together! There are 4 other siblings in a separate orphanage.
Boy, born 2016 Congenital malformations of corpus callosum Communicating hydrocephalus ther generalized epilepsy and epileptic syndromes Other congenital deformities of hip Other congenital deformities of chest
Hi there! We are the Staley Family. Paul is a Software Developer and SharePoint Administrator and Elizabeth a stay at home mom. Why do we want to adopt? The short answer is that we love being parents and we have the time and love to pour into a couple more kiddos. The long answer is […]
Hi, we are Hannah and Paul! We have been married for eight years and have an 18-month-old son. Paul grew up in a rural area of California, and Hannah was raised in Dorset, in the South of England. Like many couples we met through a mutual friend; more unusually, we met at a bluegrass house […]
Boy, born 2016 H-C Cerebral palsy Jesse is definitely a smart boy! He is nonverbal, but already recognizes a lot of letters and their sounds. He communicates by moving his hand closer to the letter or option he is choosing. He is working hard on these skills in preschool, which he currently attends two afternoons […]
Boy, born 2016 Down Syndrome
For Sarah’s MACC fundraisers! 80% will go to Sarah’s MACC child, Violet — and 20% to cover the expenses & postage. A list of donors will be provided to Sarah. Thank you!
Meet the Houston family made up of Wesley, Rachael and their dog Kyba! Wes and Rach met at an elementary school play of Frog and Toad, it was true love at first sight! They share a passion for music, art, exploration, the outdoors, and family. Rachael, a teacher for 10 years and now administrator, has […]
Boy, born Jan 2014 H-C Diagnosis: Cerebral Palsy and Hypotonia (low tone) Alan is a smiley, friendly boy who likes to engage with the people around him! Although Alan does not talk, he is very vocal and knows how to communicate. He is good at tracking people and objects with his eyes. At school, he […]
Boy, born 2017 At age of 2 months old he survived a surgery due to heart disease Congenital tracheomalacia
Girl, born 2015 T-G Cerebral palsy Update – Oct. 2020: Our most recent updates on Magnolia have shown her making significant improvements! Magnolia has the sweetest smile and seems to always be in a happy and content mood. It’s been two years since we last met Magnolia and she is now able to feed herself […]
John and Erin live in Ontario, Canada. Back in 2017 they flew with their whole family to Nigeria to adopt a little girl. It further opened up their eyes to the great need for adoption. So many children living in institutions, and on streets with little love and care. It was a real adventure, but […]
Christian was a beach bum from Florida, and Megan was a cowgirl from the mountains of South Carolina, yet they somehow found each other and have made a lifetime of memories. Christian is a paramedic and a soldier in the SC Army National Guard. Megan was a phlebotomist who gave it all up to be […]
Saint Mary of Sorrows Fourth Annual Reece’s Rainbow 2K Walk: First Virtual Walk Kick off date Saturday October 24, 2020 Walk is virtual so walk anytime between October 24 and November 7th Goal: To raise funds to assist the Marshall Family with the adoption of their 4th child with special needs as well as awareness […]
Chris and Melina were longtime friends before they started dating the summer before her senior year. It didn’t take long for each of them to realize that they wanted to spend the rest of their lives together. Although Melina was young (just about to turn 19) when they got married, she was the oldest and […]
Twin Boys, born 2017 Brenner: Communicating hydrocephalus Disorder of brain, unspecified Portal hypertension Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene Other congenital valgus deformities of feet Congenital tracheomalacia Cardiomyopathy, unspecified Braun: Disorder of brain, unspecified Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene Hypertrophy of tonsils Other non-diabetic proliferative retinopathy Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified Heart disease, […]
Girl, born 2016 Hemangioma Other non-diabetic proliferative retinopathy Bronchopulmonary dysplasia originating in the perinatal period Other disorders of nervous system not elsewhere classified
Girl, born 2015 lumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus
Meet Ian and Sara Lemin. Ian is a critical care nurse and Sara is an obstetrician/gynecologist in Ohio. As medical professionals, Ian and Sara have enjoyed several trips to Haiti for Christian medical missions. They were married in 2015 and blended their family of four teenagers. Then in 2017 they were blessed by the birth […]
Aden and Jamie Hirtle’s story began in 2000 when they met in college. They became good friends but went their separate ways shortly thereafter and remained friends for 8 years. In 2008, they were reunited, began dating and were married in 2009. They lived in Calgary, Alberta, Canada together for 7 years and then moved […]
Carly is an elementary school nurse in Fort Worth, TX. Her adoption journey officially began in July 2020, but really started back when she was 19 years old. The summer of her sophomore year of college, a good friend of hers invited her to work at Charis Hills Camp- a small camp in Sunset, TX […]
Hi, we are the Chavarry family and this is our first adoption! We are from southern Indiana and we are hoping to add a very special little boy to our blessed and happy home. Jonathan and I, (Sara) have had adoption on our hearts since before we were married almost 10 years ago. We were […]
Girl, born Feb 2006 TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury) and intellectual disability Listed: September 2020 Ruthie is a very vibrant, energetic, and joyful girl . She loves to be with and meet new friends. Ruthie enjoys dancing and can easily captivate the attention of anyone she comes in contact with. Ruthie walks independently, but does have […]
Family is More Than Blood Virtual Bike-a-Thon Benefitting: The Wierenga Family Hi! We’re Jakob, Konnor, and Artem Oden – the youngest of the 8 Oden kids. Our family has been built by biology, domestic adoption, and international adoption. Mom and Dad first learned about international special needs adoption and Reece’s Rainbow in 2014, and it […]
Girl, born summer 2015 CO-7 Down syndrome Listed: Sept 2020 Ruth is a beautiful and social girl! She likes to listen to music and watch TV. There is a $2,000 agency fee reduction for Ruth’s adoption her listing agency.
Boy, born 2016 PRC Down syndrome Robinson is a quiet, obedient, and smart little guy who likes to laugh when amused. Robinson is able to play alone, and is very happy when the nanny plays with and amuses him. He has a contagious laugh when he is happy! Robinson takes a mid-day nap every day […]
Girl, born 2008 PRC HIV+ Janessa is a beautiful girl, born in December of 2008, who has had a lot of loss in her life. Janessa’s caregivers say that she is very quiet and introverted, but that she has good language comprehension. She scores very well on her Chinese tests and average in mathematics. With […]
Elizabeth, Chris, and their three kids are scooching a little closer to make room for a little more love in their family! The couple met in 2016 while Elizabeth was in in the middle of her first adoption from Eastern Europe. As the saying goes, when you know, you know, and they certainly knew! After […]
Eric and Kelly Burton live in KY with their 3 children- Willa Kate, Sullivan, and Milo. Together, they have built a marriage of 15 years and a family that continues to grow. Their adoption story is unique! It began after the birth of their first child and secondary infertility was discovered. They attempted fertility treatments […]
Robert and Lara Vitter met on 9/10/06 and got married on 9/15/07. The Vitter Family has had a heart for adoption and orphan ministry since they started dating. They were pregnant with their 1st child after being married for 1 month. When their daughter was not even 1 they lived at a Children’s home for […]
Girl, born 2015 PRC Down syndrome Tara is a giggly and playful girl! Her report from 2016 states that she reacts to her name being called, look in the direction of the caller, and will make an “ah” sound as a response. Tara can track objects as they move, grasp toys, and she enjoys interacting […]
We are Emily Waterfield & Chris Brooks and we are expanding our family by adopting a little boy with Down Syndrome from Eastern Europe. Originally from Virginia, we have been living in New Orleans, Louisiana for the past fifteen years. Chris works in operations and Emily has been a special education system leader for a […]
Lindsay, Noel and their two kids plus a multitude of scaly, feathery and furry members call the Mile High state home. Together they do all things outdoors and enjoy traveling, especially to Texas, Kansas and Florida to visit extended family. Their biggest adventure yet will be traveling to Asia to bring their little girl HOME. […]
This will be Dennis & Cindy’s 4th Adoption. They met their “CHRISTmas Miracle” in December of 2016. He came over with a group of other children through hosting. He has been coming to their family now for 4 years. They have sent him back to his orphanage 7 times, waiting to be able to begin […]
Hi! We are the Quick family. In 2017, we traveled to Eastern Europe to adopt our dearly loved son, Mannix, who just happens to have Down syndrome. We brought him home to join his 8 older brothers and sisters when he was 9 months old, weighing just 10 lbs. When we were in his birth […]
Meet the Bishop family! Brian and Kristin met as teenagers in their church youth group when Kristin was just 13. With many years of life to live before settling down, they both went their separate ways after high school before reconnecting in late 2008. After a whirlwind romance, they were finally married in May of […]
Girl, born 2017 Wolf Hirschhorn syndrome
Boy, born 2010 Cerebral palsy symptomatic epilepsy mental delay Listed: August 2020
Boy, born 2016 Microcephaly heart condition – operated on He understands everything and talks back; he follows instructions. He is waiting to get his family.
Girl, born 2019 Smith-Lemli-Opitz syndrome
Boy, born 2017 Down Syndrome heart condition – operated
Boy, born 2015 hydrocephalus deafness blindness convulsive syndrome
Meet the Effhauser Family! Matthew and Sarah live with their five children on a little farm in rural Minnesota along with their two dogs, two barn cats and too many chickens to count. They are high school sweethearts and started their family soon after being married; their children now range from 13 to 2. A […]
Girl, born 2012 Cerebral palsy Severe mental retardation convergent comcomitant strabisus listed: May 2019 from a family that met her 4/19: She is gentle and sweet. She knows how to roll, and she rolled over to a toy phone and was pushing the buttons because she knew it would make noise. She loved when I […]
Girl, born 2011 PRC Down syndrome Cassidy is described as outgoing, active, and clever. Her file states that she greatly enjoys dancing and music. Cassidy is said to be very girly, she loves to have her hair styled and she will look into the mirror to admire the hairstyle. Her report from 2019 highlights her […]
Boy, born 2014 PRC Down syndrome Westyn is described as an extroverted and loving boy. We have been told that he can stand and walk without assistance, however he cannot communicate verbally. He enjoys being held and interacting with his caretakers. According to his file, his favorite activities include swimming and exploring nature. *** […]
Boy, born 2018 Talipes valgus atrial septal defect patent ductus arteriosus He has two brothers and a sister that are under custody and not adoptable at this time
Boy, born 2018 Other reduction deformities of brain Congenital deformities of feet Atrial septal defect Cardiomyopathy, unspecified Nutritional anemia, unspecified He has an older brother, who is not available for adoption.
Boy, born 2017 Down syndrome, CHD: tetralogy of fallot Boy, born 2018 healthy These boys are siblings and must be adopted together! They are currently in the same orphanage.
Phil and Cole met in 2006 during their junior and senior year (respectively) of high school on a group date for Homecoming. Phil was dating Cole’s friend at the time, and Cole was there with Phil’s best friend. By the end of the night, they’d both decided that they were interested in each other. The […]
Boy, born 2012 PRC Down syndrome Nathaniel is healthy, but has had nutritional deficits, most likely related to emotional and safety needs. We are pleased with his healthy head of hair now, that shows he’s so much healthier. Nathaniel clearly needs glasses, and we think this would open up the world for him, but where […]
Girl, born 2016 PRC Brain damage Hailey is a smiley, sociable, and cuddly little girl. She can hold small toys and always smiles when someone plays with her. That smile will melt your heart. She is happiest when she is outdoors and loves being in the center of activities. She is very close with her […]
Boy, born 2013 PRC Down syndrome, CHD (TOF) Lionel is a sweet boy, with Down Syndrome and a heart condition (TOF). He is a strong and courageous fighter – a little miracle! Lionel had surgery to repair his Tetralogy of Fallot when he was 10 months old, and has recovered well! Lionel lives […]
Girl, born 2014 PRC Down syndrome, CHD- ASD Cora is an adorable, happy, easy-going, and playful little girl. Her favorite toys are stuffed animals and dolls, and she takes great care of them! She shares her snacks with her dolls and she covers them with a blanket when it is time to go to bed. […]
Girl, born January 2014 CO-7 Epilepsy, TBI and global delays Listed August 2020 Violet is a beautiful little girl who loves going to the park. She also loves dancing, music, exploring her environment, and playing with different elements and textures. Violet is diagnosed as having epilepsy (for which she take medication), right side hemiparesis, […]
Ben and Karaline met on the bus ride to summer camp in high school and quickly became close, getting married four years after meeting. Almost immediately after getting married, they were surprised with their first daughter, Posy and welcomed their second daughter, Felicity, a short 16 months after that. Ben is a pastor at a […]
Mike and Robin have been married for 9 years. They have 9 beautiful kiddos, two who were adopted from Eastern Europe. Mike works as a public servant for the beautiful state of Washington and is the worship leader at Lakewood Grace. Robin is a stay at home mom and wife, and homeschools their kids. Mike and […]
Early in our marriage, we had the opportunity to live overseas for about a year when our two oldest girls were just babies. Upon returning to the United States, we became very aware of how much we have in terms of resources and medical care here in America. We were also able to live close […]
Joe and Jenna live in NY with their 4 daughters Brianna, Chiara, Savanna and Stella. Stella, who was born with Down Syndrome, was adopted from Asia in 2018 and now they are excited to be going back for their 5th daughter, also born with Down Syndrome and a heart defect. Joe and Jenna’s adoption story […]
In 2013, when Nick and Val said yes to adopting a young boy from Ukraine that was being hosted in the US, they never dreamed answering God’s call would impact their lives so much. What they didn’t know was that little boy already had a family pursuing him. After much prayer they decided to continue […]
Boy, born 2017 PRC Down syndrome, hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy(HIE), and CHD (ASD and PFO) Sullivan is precious! He lived in the orphanage for about 4 months before being sent to live with a foster family. Sullivan eats soft foods and likes sweet foods. He doesn’t like rice and acidic food. Sullivan’s development is delayed and he […]
Boy, born 2017 PRC brain damage Ronan is a clever boy and has everyone wrapped around his little finger! He enjoys his mealtimes. He is a boy who knows exactly what he wants and is not afraid to let his caregivers know if he doesn’t like a particular food or texture. He cannot form words […]
Girl, born 2012 Cerebral Palsy Bhanu is a teensy tiny girl with a bigger than life smile! She might be tiny, but she is mighty! She knows what she wants and she is going to get it! She is a thinker and mischievous in the most adorable way. She is learning to communicate verbally and […]
Jack and Emily are high school sweethearts who married in 2013. The couple always knew they would someday adopt. They separately volunteered at Russian orphanages in college and fell in love with the sweet children so in need of families there. Emily remembers holding the children with special needs, designated to a back room of […]
Boy, born July 2013 Cerebral Palsy and Global Developmental Delay Video Praise is a sweet 6-year old boy with lots of love to give! His story is sure to touch your heart! He adores his caregivers and has been very responsive to the therapy he has received so far. He has been diagnosed with global […]
Girl, born July 2013 Cerebral Palsy and Moderate Developmental Delays Video Piper is a beautiful, 6-year-old girl with a smile that can light up any room! Piper has a warm, sweet personality, and she adores her caregivers. She absolutely loves being read stories or just talked to. It’s clear that she understands what is being […]
Boy, born May 2009 Blind, Cerebral Palsy, Moderate Developmental Delay Listed: July 2020 Video 1; Video 2 Connor is an 11-year-old boy with joy that is contagious! He is very playful and he loves to laugh. His caregivers say that he is responsive to their teaching and he follows the rules. Connor loves music and […]
Boy, born January 2010 Cerebral Palsy, Microcephaly, Epilepsy, Left Hemiplegia/Visual Impairment Listed: July 2020 Anthony is a happy 10-year-old boy who spreads joy wherever he goes! He has a love for any kind of music, but his favorite song is “You Are My Sunshine.” The truth is that Anthony is a ray of sunshine in […]
