Zackari is 14 and from Mississippi. He describes himself as a “fun” kid. He is not sure yet what he wants to be when he grows up, but until then he will stay busy playing sports. Basketball, football, and soccer are his favorites. One day, Zackari would like to make it to Disney World. He would like to have a mom and a dad. He says a pet dog would be great too! Please contact [email protected].
Photo: Greg Campbell Photography
Jasmine is a strong-willed and loving young lady! She is artistic and creative, recently joining her school’s ukulele club. She is a fan of reading and likes playing outside or taking her roller skates out for a spin. Jasmine also likes watching the TV show “Master Chef” and recreating the recipes. Jasmine would like her own room so that she has somewhere quiet to go if she gets overstimulated. And Jasmine loves animals! For more information please contact [email protected]
There is one thing that I have realized about all these kids on our Forever Family Friday journey…they all just want to be loved. Is that too much to ask? They want safety and security and a happily ever after. Yes dealing with kids, all kids, whether they are foster or biological or adopted or whatever, it can be exhausting and challenging and even at times difficult, but the good out weighs the bad! Trust me! It is an honor and a privilege for me to get to talk about these kids each week and to pray for them by name. My hope is that each child we post is happy and healthy and finds a safe and loving family. How great would that be? We need you. These kids are all of our responsibilities. It takes a village. I know we all think they are cute and we feel sad for them but we need more than emotions – we need action. I need you to share these kids with your family and friends and coworkers. Help us make a difference in the lives of Kamora and Sirryon.
Please meet Kamora, 12 and Sirryon, 7 who live in California. The sisters are similar in their dynamic personalities and are definitely close at heart! They are natural born leaders that tend to draw in everyone they meet! Kamora is friendly and sociable and loves cheerleading. She hopes to get into gymnastics and loves being creative with art. Sirryon is an engaging and vibrant little girl with a wit that will make you smile. She is very sweet and her laughter is contagious. She likes arts and crafts and like her sister, is interested in gymnastics. One day she would like to work at “The Happiest Place on Earth.” That is music to my ears! Disney would be lucky to have her! The sisters have an enthusiasm about life and each other. Oh imagine the light and energy they could add to your family!! Please contact Stephanie at [email protected] or 909-802-1441 for more information. Photo: I Belong Project
Mentoring…it is so so important and could be a game changer for so many. Historically we have not talked much about it but I feel strongly that investing in young people is key. These kids deserve to be seen, known and loved…just like you and me! For children in foster care, they often feel alone and disconnected. They don’t have strong family relationships so often the social worker is the most important person in their life. This is where mentoring comes in. Another person in the child’s life. A person that is reliable, dependable and consistent. There are great organizations such as Big Brother/Big sister, Boys and Girls Club and CASA Volunteers…just to name a few… that are making a difference everyday! There are so many ways you can mentor and get involved with these foster kids. I’ve said it so many times that just liking and sharing this post and talking about these kids is a start. Please consider investing and mentoring a foster child. Be the reason a foster child starts to believe in their worth and their value. Consider someone like sweet Bentley.
Bentley is 10 years old and from Arizona and is very passionate about everything he does. He loves to be outside playing, riding his bike and doing karate. He is a big fan of rap music and will even rap a few bars for you if ask! Bentley loves McDonald’s- especially the Hot ‘n Spicy McChicken sandwich. One of Bentley’s biggest dreams is to one day own a McDonald’s just so he can know how to make them! I might have to try to get him on the Taco Bell train. He also has aspirations of being the mayor someday, after getting out of the armed services. Wow!
Bentley has his sights set high and simply needs someone to consistently love and care for him to help get him there! His forever family should be supportive and encouraging continuing relationships. Please contact Heather Pava at [email protected] for more information!
Mistee is 14 and from Idaho. She is energetic, spunky, outgoing, and creative. She appreciates the finer arts of dancing, singing and acting. Though Mistee isn’t currently on a dance team, she would really like to join one. She is very proud to be a part of her school’s drama club and debate team. If Mistee could travel anywhere in the world she would go to Paris and Hollywood. Mistee shared that she really appreciates her current foster mom teaching her how to become a young lady and helping her calm down when things can upset her. She’s a resilient girl yet wants a family that will be understanding of her trauma and extend patience to her every day, and preferably a family that enjoys cake just as much as she does. Do you have a current home study and think that you could provide her with the Forever Home she deserves? For more info please contact Melissa at [email protected]
Evan is 15 years old and lives in Georgia. He is respectful and sweet with a smile that will light up a room. During his photo shoot he worked really hard to keep his button-down wrinkle-free and clean, despite making pizza and painting. He enjoys spending time with others, swimming, playing basketball, listening to music, and playing and watching football. At school his favorite subject is science. Evan enjoys spending time with his friends. He needs a loving adoptive family who will give him the acceptance, attention, support, encouragement, structure and nurturing environment he needs to continue to thrive. Are YOU the perfect family for Evan?
Please contact Rebecca at [email protected] for more info. To see Evan’s video click here
Latori is 16 and lives in Alabama. She is described as shy at first but becomes very talkative once she is comfortable. Latori loves animals, sports and being outside. She’s a nature girl and can clear her head when she is outdoors. Some of her favorite sports are volleyball and soccer. She says she enjoys mud riding, hunting, decorating and likes to get dressed up to go somewhere.
For more information on Latori please contact Catherine Teal [email protected]. Photo by Heart Galley Alabama
Bernard is 15 years old and lives in Alabama. He is in need of his forever family. Take one look at his smile and you can see kindness and gentleness. He loves music and being outside. He is mostly non verbal but can be very affectionate! He loves smiling and dancing. Can you be that special family for Bernard, or do you know someone who can. He deserves love and security. For more information please contact Tina Lewis at [email protected] Photo: Heart Gallery of Alabama
Please meet Jhael who would love to be adopted this summer! He is 10 and lives in Georgia. He is fun, loving and sometimes quiet. He enjoys riding his bike and scooter, and playing soccer. He is good at football too and says he wants to be a basketball player when he grows up. Jhael enjoys school and learning new things, especially about math! He would love to be a part of an outgoing and adventurous family who is nice, kind and generous. He describes himself as nice, gentle, kind and giving. For more information on Jhael please email Rebecca at [email protected].
Happy Father’s Day weekend everyone. As we gear up to honor those that have played such important roles in the lives of so many…I’d like to say thank you. The Bible speaks of God as a defender of the defenseless and a father to the fatherless. Thank you to those that put the heart of God on display everyday as you stand up for those that are without and fatherless and unloved. Thank you for showing so many a picture of what real love looks like. I then have to stop and ask myself how many kids in foster care never experience that love. I’m guessing that most of them would give anything for a forever father to celebrate with this weekend? 420,000 plus children. That’s a big number of kids that are not out today searching for or making the perfect gift for dad right now. They won’t be grilling with their dad or playing catch. It will just be another day instead a day of reflection and adoration. It is my hope they do have a special man in their life that they can be grateful for: a foster dad, a teacher, a coach. Someone that has impacted and influenced their life. And listen…Thank you to all of you guys that have been a loving example of our Heavenly Father. If you know someone that you think would be a wonderful foster father please share this information about our #ForeverFamilyFriday post with them. You never know what someone is thinking until you ask! Here’s the perfect reason to ask the question and her name is Neveah.
Neveah is 12 years old and she is from Idaho. She is spunky, fun, helpful and caring and is always open to learning and trying new things. She has a silly, goofy personality and is so much fun to spend time with! She loves swings, playing in the leaves, riding her bike and going on picnics. Neveah is looking forward to playing soccer, basketball and volleyball someday. When indoors, she can be found doing crafts, reading, watching Frozen or playing a game of Monopoly or checkers. If she could visit anyplace on Earth, she would choose Hawaii to explore the beach and swim with the dolphins. Neveah really enjoys going to church.
In her own beautiful words, Neveah shared with us what she hopes to find in her Forever Family, “A loving family with both a mom and a dad, with or without siblings is ok. I hope they have a yard, and a farm would be even better! I want parents who are nice and who will help me do my homework and learn to cook. I would like to ride bikes or horses together, go camping and fishing and go swinging together at the park. Oh…and I’d love to have a bunkbed.” We are confident that there is a family meant for Neveah out there who can meet every single one of her wishes. If you think that you are the right family for this sweet and resilient girl, please contact Melissa asap at [email protected] Continue to be on board with us and help Neveah to have a parent to celebrate!
