Waiting Children: Africa

Cindy

This nine-year-old girl, born on an unknown date in 1998, is HIV positive. Her parents are deceased.

Grant: $7,500
Contact: Janie Van Dyke
Agency: Bethany Christian Services
Phone: 1-877-64-ADOPT

Frannie

Frannie is approximately 12 years old. She is fully orphaned, both parents are deceased. It is unclear exactly what Frannie's circumstances were, whether she was sold or put to labor for a family debt, but she was forced to live with and work for another family as a nanny and maid, and suffered physical abuse in their home. Frannie ran away to live on the city streets, where police found her and brought her to a shelter. Frannie has experienced 10-20 second mild seizures. The cause has not been confirmed or diagnosed by a medical specialist. This little girl adapted quickly to her new surroundings and has made several new friends. She is smiling more everyday and is a blessing to those around her.

Grant: $5,000
Contact: Christy Penney
Agency: All God's Children International
Phone: 1-503-327-7404

Terry

This 11 year old boy hopes for a place at a shelter, but more than that, he hopes for a forever family. His parents have relinquished him and right now this 11 year-old lives in an orphanage. A charismatic, confident and smart boy, has taught himself English. He wants to come to America and study science. When an AGCI team visited, he asked to go back to America with them, and when told they could not take him, his eyes filled with tears. Yet he remained determined to have a positive outlook, despite the challenges in his life. He told the team that he “will be adopted and accomplish great things”!

Grant: $5,000
Contact: Christy Penney
Agency: All God's Children International
Phone: 1-503-327-7404

CHSFS-906-44

This beautiful girl was born on 1/14/2000. She has soft eyes and a pretty smile. She is a very sweet little girl who may have some long-term cognitive delays. She is an affectionate girl who loves to smile and give hugs. She enjoys playing games, playing with her dolls, and is very social. She will need a patient family who has the time and energy to work with her.

Grant: $5,000
Contact: Lisa Trinh
Agency: Children's Home Society and Family Servies
Phone: 651-255-2252

Featured Child :: May 2008

AGC-400

This boy who is 13 is a story of courage in the face of hard reality. His mother has died and his father is dying of AIDS. Knowing that he would not be there to raise his son, the father's greatest wish is for his son to have a family who will care for him. The boy's sister was adopted by a family in France, and it is unknown if he will see her again. This young boy shows so much intelligence and has a huge heart. He is steadfastly determined to become a doctor when he grows up. As he says, “I want to help children who have lost their parents.” He has completed school through the 8th grade (there are no schools in his region after that grade) and speaks some English. He is currently living with his father while he waits for God to bring him a family.

Grant: $5,000
Contact: Christy Penney
Agency: All God's Children International
Phone: 1-800-214-6719

CHSFS-907-45

This playful little boy was born in May 2005. He has big brown eyes and soft chubby cheeks. He can turn the pages of books one by one. He responds well when he is praised and encouraged. He has cerebral palsy but is still very mobile. He can walk with support. Eligible families can apply to the agency for additional grants between $1,000 and $3,000.

Grant: $7,500
Contact: Lisa Trinh
Agency: Children's Home Society and Family Servies
Phone: 651-255-2252