At its core, the I Belong Project™ is about more than photos and videos. Every child enjoys a fun-filled day, filled with unique experiences that allow their personalities to shine. Through trauma-informed storytelling, the resulting video profiles are shared to help potential parents see beyond files and make a real connection.
All the videos shared on our I Belong Project video gallery are for children in foster care who are eligible for adoption. Before submitting an inquiry, it’s important to have a completed home study, as most caseworkers will not consider inquiries that are not “home study ready.” (Explore Foster Care Resources In Your State to attend an information meeting and find an agency with which to begin your home study process.)
Note: While we advocate for adoption-eligible kids in foster care through our I Belong Project, America’s Kids Belong is not a placement agency. Inquiries made on the kids through our site are redirected to our state child-welfare partners. Learn more about adopting from foster care.
Throughout the month, we’ll add kids we’re advocating for on our social channels. Each child featured is open to out-of-state inquiries.
📍 Kentucky Kids
Meet Cameron! He has a lot going for him, but he needs the one thing most important to any child – a patient, permanent, and loving home. Cameron is a handsome young man with an amazing smile and a great sense of humor. He can be kind and caring. He is creative, funny, and likes to make others laugh.
Cameron can easily figure out how things work, such as computer/home apps. He is willing and wanting to learn. He can easily retain information he has learned. Cameron is open to meeting new individuals and new experiences. He can be affectionate once he forms a bond.
Cameron loves to play outside and can entertain himself playing outdoors. He is imaginative and very curious. Cameron is waiting for a family to give him the love and stability that he deserves – his FOREVER home.
Caiden is a young man who values connection in his own way. He enjoys spending time with friends who understand him, share his interests, and make him feel like he belongs. Whether he’s watching funny videos, playing video games, or just hanging out, those moments of connection with peers are important to him.
Caiden describes himself as funny, kind, and smart. He has a quiet sense of humor and an easygoing nature that helps him relate to others his age. At the same time, Caiden often prefers to do things on his own, finding comfort in having his own space and time to recharge. If you are a family who understands the importance of connection and can offer Caiden the consistency and care he has been lacking, you could help him rebuild trust, feel a true sense of belonging, and move forward with confidence. If this sounds like you, take the next step to learn more about Caiden and how you can become a meaningful part of his journey.
Isabella, who prefers to be called Bella, is very friendly and loves to help other and please her authority figures. Bella loves arts and crafts and is very good at them. Bella loves to play board games and any other activities that would include her family interacting together. Bella enjoys wearing makeup and shopping and, yes, shopping for makeup would be at the top of the list. Bella does well in school.
Bella states that her future family would ideally have children older and younger than her. She loves helping out with younger children.
Javon is a youth that can initially present as extremely shy and quiet. When you get to know him better he will open up and talk, however, he speaks in a very quiet and low tone of voice. He is a gentle soul who has shown a huge spirit of resilience through diversity.
Javon absolutely loves video gaming, however, he also enjoys spending time outside. Some of his favorite sports include basketball and track and field. He has not currently expressed a preference for either a rural or urban setting, and just wants to feel safe and loved. He is also open to a wide range of family options, however, he would definitely prefer a family that would play video games with him and support his sporting activities. He attends church regularly and really enjoys the Church youth group activities.
Meet Barbara who likes to be called “Barbie”. She is a loving and lively young lady who brings joy and humor to those around her. With her warm personality and playful spirit, Barbie enjoys connecting with others and expressing herself in fun and creative ways. Barbie thrives in environments that are patient, structured, and encouraging. She benefits from reassurance, consistency, and support as she continues to build confidence in her abilities, particularly in social settings and when learning new skills. A home that provides clear expectations along with warmth and encouragement will allow her to continue growing and succeeding. Could your family be the one to support and celebrate this incredible young lady? With her kind heart, joyful spirit, and eagerness to grow, Barbie is ready to thrive in a home filled with love, encouragement, and stability.
📍 Tennessee Kids
Dezmariah loves all things girly but can run with the boys too! She likes playing games with family and spending time with them. She enjoys listening to different kinds of music like Gospel and R&B. Dezmariah loves to be adventurous and enjoys traveling and going on vacation. She is very helpful! She always finds ways to be helpful to others in a situation. Others describe her as sweet, considerate and one that makes sure everyone else is taken care of first. She is creative and is great at thinking outside of the box. She likes to be a part of things.
Alyssa loves playing with dolls, specifically American Girl dolls. Alyssa likes make-up, clothes, and anything girly. She is very good with animals and can be placed in a home with pets. She is enjoying learning to swim and likes spending time in the pool or at the beach. She is described as sassy, but easy to get along with. She loves jumping on the trampoline, staying active, playing softball, and being on the go. She is very helpful when needed. Alyssa has chores and responsibilities in the home and likes completing these tasks. She interacts well when meeting new people and is an outgoing young lady. She loves to sing and perform karaoke. Alyssa is a huge fan of the K-Pop Demon Hunters movie and soundtrack.
Elijah is described as a likeable person who is fun to be around. Elijah likes football, basketball, and video games. He enjoys any outside activities and sports. He also likes to read books sometimes. Elijah makes good grades in school. He especially likes PE, and he is good in science. Elijah is very respectful towards adults. He likes to tell jokes and is quite the comedian. Elijah loves all animals, including snakes. He would prefer to live in a city setting but will do well anywhere.
Julian is just a happy-go-lucky guy! This active boy can be very sweet and loving. For fun he likes playing video games and shooting hoops! But he’s not content to just stand around. Julian likes to ride his bike and play with Nerf guns as well.
Life with Julian will never be dull! He is full of energy and keeping up with him can sometimes be a challenge. Julian has such a great smile, loves to show off, act silly and needs significant one on one attention. He enjoys playing sports as well as coloring and he is into superheroes. Julian wants a family that he can count on, a family that will not give up or leave him.
Jayn is a sixteen-year-old female with blue eyes and dirty blonde hair. She stands 5’3” tall and weighs 118 pounds. She likes making others laugh. She is well organized and has leadership qualities. She describes herself as being positive and open. She would like to be a mentor to others. Jayn is proud of her progress in therapy. She remains calm in high stressful situations. She shows respect to others. She is open to talk with others. Jayn also has athletic abilities. She enjoys playing sports and working out. She loves animals. Jayne likes to hang out with friends, read books, watch television, and listen to music in her leisure time.
Azhianne is an energetic and engaging child who enjoys playing basketball, football, and boxing. He likes to spend quality time with caregivers who are active and engaged in high energy activities. Azhianne enjoys spending time outside and likes to participate in healthy competition with others. He enjoys any type of game and strives to form close relationships with caregivers.
Azhianne’s favorite subjects in school are math, science, and language arts. At school, he enjoys participating in active lessons like doing experiments. Azhianne enjoys music and enjoys participating in African drumming. He enjoys playing video games as well.
Azhianne dreams of being a professional athlete and wants to go to college and potentially become a police officer so he can help others. Azhianne’s favorite superhero is Black Panther! Azhianne wants parents who care for him and praise him when he does well. He would love to have a loving family to be with forever!
Casey is a bright and fairly optimistic teenager. She enjoys listening to music, reading and writing. She enjoys playing with Barbies and baby dolls. She enjoys watching TV shows and movies. Casey’s favorite artists are Olivia Rodrigo, Taylor Swift, and similar artists. She loves the Descendants franchise and enjoys their music. Casey is excited to be part of a loving family. Casey values family time and loves doing traditions and activities with a family. She believes that having a family who supports, cares, and loves her is the most important thing she needs in her life. She is a social butterfly and loves interacting with people. She wants to make friends in the community as well and hopes to join the cheerleading squad
Caleb is a quiet young man who enjoys fishing and playing sports. His favorite sport is basketball, and he plays for a community recreation team. Caleb is a talented artist. He enjoys drawing just about anything, but he is shy about sharing his work. Caleb is a typical teen boy who enjoys chicken nuggets/tenders, pizza, and ice cream. Caleb does well in school and makes great grades. When asked what he would like in a family, Caleb said he would like to live in the country, and he is okay with leaving Tennessee. He would like parent(s) who are patient and willing to support him through his teenage years and guide him into adulthood.
Travis is a very friendly and energetic youth. He enjoys engaging in imaginative play and playing video games. Travis is a bright young man who is very interested in science. He also likes to make origami. Travis loves hot wings, pizza, chicken nuggets, chicken sandwiches, and broccoli. His favorite toys are action figures. Travis enjoys reading, swimming, basketball, football, and drawing. Travis is ready to find a forever family who will be patient with him and love him for who he is.
📍 Indiana Kids
Wherever the action is, that’s where you’ll find Jayden! He’s a huge fan of video games with lots of action, especially if they’ve got zombies, those are the most fun! He likes to watch The Flash, he’s always getting up to something exciting. He’s always ready to get out and do something fun, he likes to bowl, get into a Nerf battle, or sit down in a theater to see the latest movie. He’s got a great sense of humor and he’s pretty good at making everyone around him laughing!
Jayden would do well in either a one or two-parent home and would appreciate having a strong male role model to look up to. He would do best as the only child so he gets plenty of attention. He’ll thrive in a calm, patient household with parents who solve their problems with communication and support and who ensure they check in on him to make sure he’s doing ok. Interested families should understand the impact trauma can have on children.
Akiemah has a big smile that lights up a room! She’s a likeable kid with a good sense of humor – and she loves a good “dad joke” (but let’s be honest, who doesn’t?). An active teen, Akeimah loves to ride her bike, rollerblade, or play basketball. The more active she can be, the better!
Akiemah would do well in either a one or two-parent home, with at least one parent being female. Akiemah should be the only or youngest child in the home. More than anything, Akiemah wants to be safe and accepted for who she is.
In a family that is calm, understanding, and creates structure, she can thrive. Interested families should understand the impact that trauma can have on children.
Daniel is a great kid who tries his best to be polite all the time! He thinks manners are very important so he likes to do the little things to make people feel like someone is looking out for them! Music is also very important to him and he loves listening to the radio and finding new songs to add to his favorites list. If you’ve got suggestions, he’s happy to give them a try! He can also be pretty competitive and enjoys playing games with his friends or hitting the soccer pitch for a game!
Daniel would do well in either a one or two-parent home and would love a forever family that came with siblings. He does best in a calm, quieter environment or one where he can have a space for his own if he needs it. He thrives with structure and routine so that he knows what to expect day to day. If changes do happen to the schedule, he appreciates having some time to adjust. He hopes for parents who want to give him plenty of one on one time and who work hard to make him feel loved and supported.
Makayla is one of those people who tries their best to ensure the world is a better place for having had her in it! She’s never met a stranger and works hard everyday to make sure the people around her are loved and supported. She’s got tons of friends and is thrilled to make more wherever she goes! One of Makayla’s favorite classes at school is gym when her and her friends get to hang out and play games together!
Makayla would do well in either a one-parent or two-parent home and would do best as the only child but wouldn’t mind some older brothers or sisters to look up to. She does best in a consistent environment with parents who make communication a priority. She likes to feel she’s been heard when it comes to making decisions. Interested families should understand the impact trauma can have on children.
📍 Georgia Kids
Future Olympic gymnast Madyson, born in 2016, is a smart, happy, fun, energetic, sociable, organized, and goal-oriented African American child who enjoys doing gymnastics, riding her bike, walking, and going to parks. She also enjoys doing arts and crafts, taking care of pets, cleaning, doing her nails and makeup, shopping, playing ‘Go Fish’, listening to hip-hop and ‘Kidz Bop’ music, and watching ‘Bluey’ and the ‘Sing’ movies.
At school, Madyson loves to do math and read. Madyson needs a loving adoptive family who will give her the attention, support, encouragement, structure, and nurturing environment she needs to continue to thrive and reach her goals.
Her family will also need to support her desire to maintain her relationships with her younger sisters who have been planned for separately.
Grant, born in 2014, is a loyal and caring boy who enjoys scary movies and outdoor activities, such as jumping, running, and doing cartwheels. He enjoys rap music, and his favorite song is “I Like to Move It” from the movie Madagascar. He enjoys playing board games. Grant dreams of earning his black belt in karate.
Grant enjoys school and gets along well with others. His favorite subject is math.
Grant needs a loving adoptive family who will give him the attention, support, encouragement, structure, and nurturing environment he needs to continue to thrive and reach his goals.
Elsie, born in 2012, is a helpful and caring girl who enjoys cooking, swimming, and camping. Elsie is adventurous and enjoys trying new things. Elsie enjoys watching Disney movies and playing board games. Her favorite kind of music is reggae and hip hop. She enjoys playing video games and rainy days. Elsie loves animals.
She needs a loving adoptive home family who will give the attention, support, encouragement, structure, and nurturing environment she needs to continue to thrive and reach her goals. The family would need to be open to her being in contact with her sibling who is being planned for separately.
Issac, born in 2011, is an energetic and kind boy who enjoys reading comic books: Superman, Spider-Man, and Iron Man. He enjoys socializing with other children at school, and his favorite subject is physical education. He enjoys playing video games on his tablet and swimming. He needs a loving adoptive family who will give him the attention, support, encouragement, structure, and nurturing environment he needs to continue to thrive and reach his goals. Isaac’s family will also need to support his desire to maintain a relationship with his brother who has been planned for separately.
How many siblings does Elsie have? Why can they not be adopted together? I would love to adopt together.
Thank you for caring and inquiring. The state has made the difficult decision to separate the siblings.