Wendy’s Wonderful Kids
Recruits Permanent Families for Local Waiting Children
Today in America, children in foster care can wait an average of five years to be adopted. To a child, five years is a lifetime. Tabor Children’s Services, Inc. is urging local families to consider opening their homes and their hearts to the following youth who are waiting for adoptive homes. The agency is the local partner for Wendy’s Wonderful Kids, a signature program of the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption that is helping foster care children across American find adoptive families.
For more information about the program or the children whose pictures are included below, please call Delores Brown at 215.842.4800 extension 355.
Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption
The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption is a non-profit public charity dedicated to dramatically increasing the number of adoptions of foster care children in North America. Dave Thomas, founder of Wendy’s and an adopted child, created the Foundation in 1992 in support of the vision that every child needs a permanent home and a loving family. The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption focuses on increasing foster care adoption awareness while supporting model adoption service programs and is committed to ensuring that adoption from the foster care system is streamlined, affordable and accessible to any family wanting to adopt. For more information about the Foundation, call 1-800-ASK-DTFA (1-800-275-3832) or visit DaveThomasFoundationforAdoption.org.
Wilson is a handsome 11 year old boy whose brown eyes and dimples can’t be missed. Wilson enjoys taking trips, participating in out-of-doors activities, and playing sports. Even though Wilson ’s favorite subject is gym, he works hard on his other subjects. He has a hearty appetite, and loves rice and beans, and Geno’s steaks. Wilson would like to have a forever family that is patient, loving, and understanding of his emotional needs.
Aisha (PAE #6458) is a hard-working ‘social butterfly’ who smiles a lot and loves good jokes. When she isn’t enjoying a book or typing away on the computer, you might find Aisha dancing to hip-hop music, playing dress-up or singing along with the radio. She is making great progress in school and loves physical education classes. Aisha is still hopeful of finding a loving permanent family to call her own.
Jonathan (PAE# 5547) If you are looking for a youth with a great sense of humor then look no further, because you are talking about Jonathan. This young man is a healthy, articulate, bright youth who loves to joke and is an avid chess player. Jonathan likes video games, sports and writing. Since Jonathan has been close to his siblings, he wants to continue that family tie. Right now Jonathan needs a forever family who will nurture and love him while providing appropriate structure and support.
Da'Junay (PAE #C51AD80) is a bright, articulate, 9 year old who can already proficiently write in cursive, and desires to become a lawyer. Her favorite subjects are math and science. Da-Junay says that she likes running and playing basketball. She has fond memories of her family and wants to stay connected. Da’Junay would do best in a family that will set clear and distinct boundaries, while giving her lots of nurturance, attention and love.
Dominic (PAE # C5109532 ) is a shy 13 year old with a soft-spoken voice. Dominic needs a patient, understanding, loving family environment in which he can learn to be confident and the ability to trust. Dominic is known to be respectful and listens to directions from authority figures. While Dominic has some behavioral challenges, his greater challenge is waiting for a permanent family.
LUIS (PAE #C5111342) is a young man who has a knack for problem solving and always welcomes a challenge! His teachers are consistently impressed with his math skills, and he regularly volunteers to help with classroom projects. After school, Luis is always game for shooting Hoops and often participates in church and PAL activities. Luis is a unique young man who deserves a permanent, loving family.
Michael (PAE # C51A113) is a lovable 9 year old who enjoys riding bikes, playing sports and with his toys. He has a great imagination and creates new games which he plays when with his peers. Michael has an easy personality, but needs to have structure and boundaries set in order for him to do his best. Mike needs a patient, understanding family whom he can love and who will love him forever.
Mario (PAE #C5111299) is a very ‘sports-oriented’ young man who enjoys watching football, baseball, basketball and other sports on television. Mario has played on neighborhood sports teams and received several awards and trophies for his participation. He is known to be respectful towards adults and often sees the male figures in his life as role models. Mario has a strong bond with his maternal grandmother and two younger brothers.
ZAMIR (PAE#C 5110774 ) is an 11 years old young man who greets every guess with an engaging smile and sparkling bright eyes. He is a wonderful student whose favorite subject is reading. Zamir, who reads far above his grade level, also enjoys playing video games, singing, coloring and writing stories. Zamir also likes to play basketball. He is bonded to his younger brother and wants to continue that relationship. He is looking forward to finding a permanent loving family to share his talents and gifts.
Lisa (left, PAE # C51AJ36), Charnae (right PAE# C51AJ37), and their 13 year old sister Josephina (center PAE# C51AJ35) have always been together and want to remain a family. Josephina lovingly and willingly helps with her sisters who depend on her. Josephina is an articulate bright teenager who likes computers and reading. She can present some behavioral challenges at times, but is a good student and wants to go to college. Lisa is talkative and sometimes appears not to feel “very sociable.” She likes to eat and ride her bicycle and is very good at giving directions. Charnae is a lovable, talkative, bright young girl who seems determined to do things her way.
For more information about the program or the children on this site, call Delores Brown at 215.842.4800 extension 355.
Thank You
Michael, Moesha, Rasul, and Bryan have found permanent homes. Thanks to people like you.
Michael just celebrated his seventeenth birthday and excitedly anticipates moving into the home of his forever family this very year! Michael has an engaging smile and stands about 5'4" tall. He confidently states that short guys are fast and often the coolest guys he knows. Michael has growing aspirations to become a chef, which all started when he made a simple, yet unforgettable spaghetti dinner. Michael also really enjoys fishing, reading mysteries and playing basketball.
Moesha, who is affectionately called “Mo,” is a bright, energetic, 10 year old who will absolutely melt your heart. Moesha is an A student with a strong determination to excel in her scholastic achievements. Moesha describes herself as “a loving little girl who loves to play, dance, read and watch television – including scary movies.” At the tender age of 10 Moesha already has her sight on going to college to become a lawyer. She would thrive best in a loving and nurturing home in which she was an only child.
Bryan and Rasaul are not biological brothers, but they have formed a special bond together and together they want to stay.
For more information about the program or the children on this site, call Delores Brown at 215.842.4800 extension 355.
