Meet the children
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Charles, 10-year-old boy
Charles wants parents who will read him bedtime stories, give him hugs, and keep him safe. He wants a family that spends time together, playing games and going out to eat. He enjoys outdoor activities such as riding four wheelers, swimming, and horseback riding; eating out at places like Friendly’s and Chinese restaurants; playing card games like the Memory game; and creating rescue stories. Learn more....
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Cooper, almost 14-year-old boy
Cooper enjoys both competitive and individual sports. He likes to read, play videos, and meet new people. He likes school sometimes but not always. Cooper is also deaf and wants to continue to participate in the deaf community/activities. Learn more...
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Eli, 9-year-old boy
Eli is an adorable 9-year-old boy who has experienced much loss in his young life. He has a lot of energy and needs an active family that can keep up with him. He would probably enjoy and benefit from sports and extracurricular activities. Eli needs active parents who will play with him and enjoy his energy. Learn more...
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Ericka, 11-year-old girl
Ericka enjoys riding her bike, being outdoors, playing with animals, watching TV, and helping out around the house. Her ideal parents enjoy the outdoors and spend their weekends doing outdoor activities. They are knowledgeable about trauma and attachment issues and skilled at addressing emotional/behavioral issues. Learn more...
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Jason, 10-year-old boy
Jason enjoys drawing and coloring, being out in the community, being outside, riding bikes, playing in the dirt, being with his friends, and watching movies. His ideal family includes two parents who communicate well together, are willing to work with a team to meet his multiple therauputic needs, will stick by him through his ups and downs, and can celebrate his small successes. Learn more...
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Justin, almost-9-year-old boy
Justin has a great sense of humor. He loves working with his hands, building things, and playing silly card games. He's looking for a family who will listen to him, hear what he has to say, and believe in him. He also wants to have continuing contact with his brother and sister who live with his father. Justin needs a home where there are no younger children. Learn more...
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Kyle, 7-year-old boy
Kyle enjoys doing puzzles, playing in the snow, going outside, playing with his friends, and riding his bike. Kyle is a quiet but lovable child who interacts well with other children. He likes to laugh and joke around, is very active, and enjoys being on the go at all times. Learn more...
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Logan, 7-year-old boy
Logan enjoys Lego’s, video games, riding bikes, puzzles, arts & crafts, Spider Man, skateboarding, Yu-Gi-Oh cards, matchbox cars, monster trucks, and one-on-one time with a favorite adult. Learn more...
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Michael, 14-year-old boy
Michael enjoys hands-on activities like drawing, painting, building roadways, playing with trains, and building things with Legos or Lincoln Logs. He also enjoys outdoor sports, especially snowshoeing, snowboarding, swimming and bike riding. He needs experienced, professional parents who can provide daily structure and consistency and who are willing to access and work with any necessary support staffsuch as therapists and special educators. Learn more...
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Oliver, 14-year-old boy
While Oliver describes himself as a couch potato sort of kid, he does like the idea of being part of a sports team and thinks he would like to play hockey, soccer, or baseball. He is really good with younger children, likes to help out, and misses his brothers and sister. Learn more...
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Racquel, 14-year old girl
Racquel enjoys playing soccer, volleyball, and softball; writing poetry and songs; and participating in band and chorus at school. She is looking for a gentle, supportive, and understanding family. Learn more...
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Shannon, 16-year-old girl
Shannon is a sweet, caring, and very resilient young woman. She is a delight to be around and wants to be part of a family. She is very appropriate with younger children and loves babies. Learn more...
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Tessa, 10-year-old girl
Tessa enjoys going for walks and going out to eat. Her ideal family will commit to her; provide guidance, structure, and stability; and stick by her through life's ups and downs. They will also support her slow transition into her new home. Learn more...
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Travis, 13-year-old boy
Travis is considered to be on the high end of the autism spectrum and has many of the associated challenges, including sensory issues.Currently, he is almost at grade level academically and is capable of attending college in the future. He needs parents who are familiar with autism and who can provide the routine and structure that supports his growth and learning. Learn more...
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Special Thanks To:
The adoptive families who graciously agreed to let us use their images.
And to Kathy Pintair, of Ambient Photography in Williston, Vermont, for generously donating her time and talents to this project.
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