In our series, Behind the Desk, we’re catching up with some of the incredibly talented, dedicated, and caring individuals who help make everything our organization does possible. This month we’re featuring Amy Fogel, a supervisor within the Foster Care/Adoption program based out of our St. Paul office. Amy has long known that she wanted to
Meet a Caring Teen Who Loves Basketball and Video Games
Youssef is a considerate, kind, and helpful 14-year-old who loves video games and being active. “The first thing I noticed about Youssef was his sweet and energetic personality!” says Jazzmin, his Child Specific Recruiter. “At our initial visit, he was very kind and eager to get to know me. Youssef is very caring. He always
Anti-Racism Resources for the AAPI Adoption Community & Their Loved Ones
We continue to be heartbroken by the recent news of the mass shooting in Atlanta, which resulted in the death of eight people, including six Asian women. While anti-Asian racism in the U.S. dates back centuries to the 1850s during the first wave of East Asian immigrants to the U.S., it has manifested in very
Meet Two Fun-Loving Brothers Who Love Sports and Video Games
Marcelino and Modesto are fun-loving, personable brothers who love video games, playing basketball and football with friends, and being outdoors. Marcelino is an inquisitive, creative, and active nine-year-old, while eight-year-old Modesto is known for his amazing sense of humor, upbeat attitude, and kind-heartedness. “Both Marcelino and Modesto have expressed that they are ready to be
8 Questions for Parents Thinking About Transracial Adoption
In a recent article posted on the website A Cup of Joe, a reader asked, “As a white woman, can I adopt a black child?” While on the surface, it seems like this question should have a simple answer: if a child needs a home, what does race really matter? However, like all aspects of
Meet Colby: An Energetic and Adventurous Youth
Meet Colby, a 12-year-old with an energetic and adventurous spirit. He hopes to one day find a family who will take him on outdoor adventures and love him unconditionally. “Colby is a very sweet boy who loves to be loved,” says is Child Specific Recruiter, Sara. He is at his happiest when he is playing
Meet Sean: A Curious and Outdoorsy Eighth-Grader
Sean is a nature-loving, talkative, and curious eighth-grader who is always up for trying new things and exploring new places. He loves to learn random facts just about anything so he can share his knowledge with others. As a big sci-fi and fantasy fan, Sean loves just about any movie, book, or TV show in
9 Picture Books to Celebrate Black History Month
February marks the start of Black History Month, a time to celebrate the contributions African Americans have made to this country and to reflect on the continued struggle for racial justice. Since you are never too young to learn about and celebrate Black history, we have compiled a list of nine must-read picture books for
Meet Larry: A Witty, Fun-Loving Youth
Meet Larry, a light-hearted, witty, and smart eleven-year-old with a great sense of humor. Katie, his Child Specific Recruiter says, “Larry is super funny, and it’s so fun to see that come out the more you get to know him. He genuinely has a great sense of humor and is known for being a bit
Behind the Desk With Jamie Nabozny
In our series, Behind the Desk, we’re catching up with some of the incredibly talented, dedicated, and caring individuals who help make everything our organization does possible. This month we’re excited to feature board member, Jamie Nabozny. As a father of four boys, Brandon (12), Juan (13), Val (14), and AJ (16), Jamie has firsthand
