Hasan, born in 2002, is a bright, articulate young man who has a winning smile that lights up a room. He has black hair, brown eyes, brown skin, and cute dimples. He is a very active child who is charming. loving and affectionate. He is athletic and enjoys playing on a football team. Hasan has a strong desire to learn and loves school. Hasan does well in school and is above grade level in math and reading. He would one day like to be a singer. Hasan needs a loving parent who can set limits and encourage him to continue to grow and excel.

Adopted!

Ahleerah, born in 2005, is a beautiful little girl who loves to draw. She is a bright and social child who does well in school and enjoys playing with her peers.

Malachi, born in 2006,  is a charming little boy with a bright and engaging smile. He is an incredibly active and athletic child who loves any physical activity.

Ahleerah and Malachi share a strong sibling bond despite living apart. They have a 7-year old brother who currently lives in Delaware. The children would benefit the most from a family that lives as close to Delaware as possible and is willing to make a commitment to maintaining this important sibling connection.

Adopted!

EDIE is an attractive young lady born in 1995. She is all girl!! She loves getting her nails done and experimenting with makeup. Edie is an active person who enjoys roller skating and swimming. In the past, she expressed an interest in learning how to play the violin. Edie is a sensitive person who cares about others. While attending camp one summer, she found that she had a gift for working with people with disabilities. Edie is also a determined person. Although this past year has been full of twists and turns, Edie is working hard to get herself back on track academically so she can pursue the career of her choice. There are many different facets to Edie - she is beautiful and full of life. She needs a family who can not only keep up with her but also steer her in the right direction. Might yours be that family?

Not Currently Seeking Adoption

Born in 1996, soft-spoken Jowelle is such an active teenage girl. She is well known in her school due to being on the middle school's field hockey, basketball, cheer leading, and softball teams! Though her extra-curricular activities keep her busy, Jowelle still manages to earn great grades and is on the honor roll. Right now, Jowelle thinks she would like to be a lawyer when she grows up and is ready to work hard toward this goal. Jowelle is doing very well in her foster home. She basks in receiving adult attention and praise. Her foster mother reports that she has no behavior problems at home or at school. Jowelle wants and needs a family that will ensure continued contact with her sisters. She enjoys talking to her sisters on the phone. Jowelle is expected to flourish in a home that will shower her with love. Jowelle is an affectionate girl whose dream is to become a teacher when she grows up.

Not Currently Seeking Adoption

ISAIAH, born in 1997, is an African American boy who really enjoys sports, playing different ones as the seasons change.  He enjoys basketball and football the most.  Isaiah is currently playing football and has been doing very well.  He is learning to be a team player both on and off the field.  Isaiah has continued to make behavioral improvements and is also doing well in school.  Isaiah is a sweetheart who is well mannered and wants to improve his life.  Could your family provide permanency for him?

Kwadre, born in 1998, LOVES animals!  He not only enjoys playing with the family dog, but he also collects stuffed animals and loves watching television shows on Animal Planet.  Kwadre also enjoys drawing.  He can be very inquisitive and often asks insightful questions.  Kwadre receives additional educational supports at his local middle school, and he says that he likes middle school so far.

No Longer Interested in Adoption

MESSIAH AND IYANA are a beautiful brother and sister who would love to be placed in a home where they could be together.  Right now, Messiah and Iyana are living in different foster homes, and they really enjoy the time that they have visiting together each month.  Messiah was born in 2000 and Iyana in 2001.  They are both active children who enjoy being outdoors.  Messiah and Iyana do well academically in school; however, both kids have had some behavioral issues, which are improving.  Messiah and Iyana are children who could offer great deal to any family.  However, more than anything, they need a family that can be committed to them.  If you would like to make a difference for two wonderful kids while keeping very busy, these could be the children for you!

Iyana - Adopted!
Messiah - Recruit

NYAIRE was born in 1999 and is a very affectionate, extremely intelligent, African-American boy.  He loves to laugh, play outside, shoot hoops, and ride his bicycle.  He attends regular counseling to help him express his feelings in an appropriate manner.  Wouldn’t you love the opportunity to become the adoptive family he awaits?

NA’HEIM, born in 2001, is legally free.  As his mother's second oldest child, he has a natural inclination toward leadership/strength.  His siblings have been adopted or are with their birth parents.  Very energetic with self-pride/determination, he is always willing to show off his muscles; watching him 'flex' while his face is scrunched with effort is a reminder of his spirit maintained through overwhelming hardships.  He loves to play games, especially Sorry and Uno, and is competitive. A sports fan, he is always up for a game of basketball or football.  He can be pleasant and affectionate. Throughout all of his life’s changes, Na'Heim has remained at grade level, a credit to his determination.  He falls within normal developmental levels, participates in therapy, and has an IEP.  He does extremely well when given a goal.  He has an endearing personality, tremendous potential for success, true innocence, and desire to succeed. Is yours the stable family that could provide loving role models to give Na'Heim an opportunity to excel?

Adopted!

EDIE is an attractive young lady born in 1995. She is all girl!! She loves getting her nails done and experimenting with makeup. Edie is an active person who enjoys roller skating and swimming. In the past, she expressed an interest in learning how to play the violin. Edie is a sensitive person who cares about others. While attending camp one summer, she found that she had a gift for working with people with disabilities. Edie is also a determined person. Although this past year has been full of twists and turns, Edie is working hard to get herself back on track academically so she can pursue the career of her choice. There are many different facets to Edie - she is beautiful and full of life. She needs a family who can not only keep up with her but also steer her in the right direction. Might yours be that family?

Not Currently Seeking Adoption

MESSIAH AND IYANA are a beautiful brother and sister who would love to be placed in a home where they could be together.  Right now, Messiah and Iyana are living in different foster homes, and they really enjoy the time that they have visiting together.  Messiah is eight years old and Iyana is six.  They are both active children who enjoy being outdoors.  Messiah and Iyana do well academically in school; however, both kids have had some behavioral issues which are improving.  Messiah and Iyana are children who could offer great deal to any family.  However, more than anything, they need a family that can be committed to them.  If you would like to make a difference for two wonderful kids while keeping very busy, these could be the children for you!

Iyana - Adopted!
Messiah - Recruit

NYAIRE was born in 1999 and is a very affectionate, extremely intelligent, African-American boy.  He loves to laugh, play outside, shoot hoops, and ride his bicycle.  He attends regular counseling to help him express his feelings in an appropriate manner.  Wouldn’t you love the opportunity to become the adoptive family he awaits?

Born in 1996, soft-spoken Jowelle is such an active teenage girl. She is well known in her school due to being on the middle school's field hockey, basketball, cheer leading, and softball teams! Though her extra-curricular activities keep her busy, Jowelle still manages to earn great grades and is on the honor roll. Right now, Jowelle thinks she would like to be a lawyer when she grows up and is ready to work hard toward this goal. Jowelle is doing very well in her foster home. She basks in receiving adult attention and praise. Her foster mother reports that she has no behavior problems at home or at school. Jowelle wants and needs a family that will ensure continued contact with her sisters. She enjoys talking to her sisters on the phone. Jowelle is expected to flourish in a home that will shower her with love. Jowelle is an affectionate girl whose dream is to become a teacher when she grows up.

Not Currently Seeking Adoption

TIERRA & JANNAH
Tierra, born in 1997, is an intelligent, friendly teenage girl. She is a talented singer and even won first place in a choir competition recently. Besides music, she loves swimming and basketball. Tierra is a great student and enjoys attending school. She is also a good big sister to her sibling Jannah, who lives in the same foster home.

Jannah, born in 1999, loves cheerleading, gymnastics, soccer, track, and volleyball. She is learning to play the clarinet at school. She is a great student and won a math award, as well as 'The Good Citizen Award', this past school year. She entered a poster in a nationwide art contest and came in 8th place!  Jannah is a friendly outgoing girl and seems to get along well with everyone.
The girls would like to be adopted together. They are very close with each other and want to continue to grow up in the same home.

Tierra: Not Currently Seeking Adoption
Jannah: Adopted!

Empress and Kayla
Born in 1996 and a great big sister, Empress is a typical teenage girl. She is very social and has many friends. Empress enjoys fashion, make-up, and hair accessories. She loves to hang out with her friends at the mall, in the neighborhood, or at school as often as she can. She also likes talking on the phone and chatting with her friends on Facebook. All of this social activity doesn't stop Empress from doing great in school. In fact, she earns all A's!

Kayla, born in 1997, is another very social girl who likes to stay active. She participates in drama, track, and cheer leading. Though Kayla sometimes struggles in school, she does enjoy the social aspect of it and looks forward to high school next year. Kayla lives with her big sister in a foster home. They attend church weekly and also attend counseling. The two sisters also have a mentor with the Big Brothers and Big Sisters program.

These amazing girls need a forever family that will adopt them both. Their family should also be willing to allow the girls to keep in contact with their two younger sisters, who will shortly be adopted by another family.

Kayla: No Longer Interested in Adoption
Empress:  No Longer Interested in Adoption

Katrice, born in 2001, is a sweet and kind girl with a big heart. She enjoys going to school; she likes reading and math the best. Katrice loves to sing and play games with her friends. Katrice is in therapy to address loss and attachment issues related to a disrupted adoption. She also participates in weekly physical and occupational therapy to address tight muscles, toe walking, and gross motor skills. Katrice has had a tough year and needs a family committed to helping her progress in her therapy. Although she loves being around other children, she would probably do best as an only child in order to receive a ton of love and attention.

Adopted!

Kwadre, born in 1998, LOVES animals!  He not only enjoys playing with the family dog, but he also collects stuffed animals and loves watching television shows on Animal Planet.  Kwadre also enjoys drawing.  He can be very inquisitive and often asks insightful questions.  Kwadre receives additional educational supports at his local middle school, and he says that he likes middle school so far.

No Longer Interested in Adoption

Lynwood, born in 1999, has a charming personality.  He is very social and loves playing with other children.  However, he requires a lot of individual attention and redirection to do his best.  Lynwood is very loyal to those he loves.  He participates in a special school program with additional emotional and educational supports and does well in a smaller classroom setting.  Lynwood loves physical activities, particularly swimming and basketball!

No Longer Interested in Adoption

ISAIAH, born in 1997, is an African American boy who really enjoys sports, playing different ones as the seasons change.  He enjoys basketball and football the most.  Isaiah is currently playing football and has been doing very well.  He is learning to be a team player both on and off the field.  Isaiah has continued to make behavioral improvements and is also doing well in school.  Isaiah is a sweetheart who is well mannered and wants to improve his life.  Could your family provide permanency for him?

TIERRA, born in 1997, is a beautiful, African-American girl.  She can be initially shy, but after she warms up, her bright and charismatic personality shines through.  Tierra excels in school and participates in a wide range of school activities, including playing the clarinet.  She loves dogs and would love to have one in her forever home.  Tierra is one of six siblings and would like to be placed with two of them in a safe, stable family filled with lots of love.  Do you have room in your heart for her?
JANNAH, born in 1999, is a brilliant African American girl.  She is extremely bright and well mannered, doing well in regular classes in school.  Jannah enjoys playing with the other children in her foster home.  She is one of six siblings and hopes to be placed in a home with two of them.  Jannah has expanded her horizons and interests, and her wonderful personality shines through.  She is very loving and kind with her siblings.  Jannah enjoys “girly” activities, such as getting her hair done and having tea parties with her family.   She does not have any known mental health issues but is in therapy to address separation and loss issues.  Might your family be able to expose her to new and exciting opportunities, as well as support her academically, emotionally, and physically?

Tierra: Not Currently Seeking Adoption
Jannah: Adopted!

ALEXANDER is a very active Caucasian boy born in 1999 and is legally free for adoption.  He is a natural-born leader among his peers.  Alexander loves to play outside, ride his bike, and play soccer.  He also enjoys watching TV and reading; he especially enjoys reading The Guinness Book of World Records. Alexander loves to play video games and saved his own money to buy a video game system!  His favorite foods are macaroni and cheese, pizza, and chocolate milk.  Alexander loves to go on trips, whether it is to the beach or to the fair; he especially loves Disney World. Alexander has a younger brother with whom he needs to be placed.  Might your family be their forever family?

ANTHONY is a Caucasian boy born in 2002 and is legally free for adoption.  He loves anything that has to do with dinosaurs and enjoys building things with Lego Blocks. Anthony’s favorite foods are noodles, meatballs, and chocolate milk. He loves to go out to eat at different restaurants. Anthony can be quiet and reserved, but at other times he can be very outspoken. He loves to play baseball and enjoys spending time with his older brother, whom he looks up to very much and with whom he needs to be placed.  Might your family be the family for which Anthony is waiting?

Alexander - Placed with Adoptive Resource
Anthony - Adopted!

JUWON, born in 1997, is an African American boy with a passion for playing drums. Juwon also likes to play basketball and is very much liked by his peers. Juwon shares a very close bond with his younger brother and is very protective of him. Juwon would like to be adopted with his brother by a family that enjoys spending a lot of time and being very active with kids.  Does that sound like your family?

TYREK, born in 2000, is an African American boy who enjoys playing sports and video games. Tyrek is very close with his brother. Tyrek looks up to his older brother and at times seeks guidance from him. Tyrek excels academically; he thrives upon and enjoys positive praises. Tyrek would like to be adopted with his brother by a family that spends a lot of quality time with kids and that would give him lots of love and nurturing. Might that be your family?

Juwon and Tyrek - Adoptive Resource Selected

EDIE is an attractive young lady born in 1995. She is all girl!! She loves getting her nails done and experimenting with makeup. Edie is an active person who enjoys roller skating and swimming. In the past, she expressed an interest in learning how to play the violin. Edie is a sensitive person who cares about others. While attending camp one summer, she found that she had a gift for working with people with disabilities. Edie is also a determined person. Although this past year has been full of twists and turns, Edie is working hard to get herself back on track academically so she can pursue the career of her choice. There are many different facets to Edie - she is beautiful and full of life. She needs a family who can not only keep up with her but also steer her in the right direction. Might yours be that family?

Not Currently Seeking Adoption

NA’HEIM, born in 2001, is legally free.  As his mother's second oldest child, he has a natural inclination toward leadership/strength.  His siblings have been adopted or are with their birth parents.  Very energetic with self-pride/determination, he is always willing to show off his muscles; watching him 'flex' while his face is scrunched with effort is a reminder of his spirit maintained through overwhelming hardships.  He loves to play games, especially Sorry and Uno, and is competitive. A sports fan, he is always up for a game of basketball or football.  He can be pleasant and affectionate. Throughout all of his life’s changes, Na'Heim has remained at grade level, a credit to his determination.  He falls within normal developmental levels, participates in therapy, and has an IEP.  He does extremely well when given a goal.  He has an endearing personality, tremendous potential for success, true innocence, and desire to succeed. Is yours the stable family that could provide loving role models to give Na'Heim an opportunity to excel?

Adopted!