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. For now, we invite you to meet kids waiting to be adopted in Tennessee. Each child featured is open to out-of-state inquiries.
📍 Kentucky Kids
Braxton is a very quiet young man when you first meet him, but after a while, he becomes comfortable and is very engaging. He is outgoing and kind. Braxton likes to be helpful and wants to do well when he is with others or by himself. Braxton likes to learn and is determined to learn and master new things. He enjoys spending time outdoors, playing sports, and playing his guitar. Braxton is determined to learn and does well in school. Positive reinforcement goes a long way in making Braxton feel that he is a part of the family by doing his part to contribute to the functioning of the home and family.
Makia is a fun-loving young lady who loves to talk, laugh, and share stories with others. She is a good listener, cares, and she has a smile that lights up every room she walks into. She is a natural leader and is very charismatic, but she shines when speaking to someone one-on-one. She likes spending time with friends and doing things as a family, such as going to church, to the skating rink, going for a walk, riding her bike with others, watching movies, and playing video games. Makia also likes watching and making TikTok videos with her phone. Others describe Makia as “very smart” and capable of doing anything she sets her mind to in the future. She is described as someone who has a fun personality to be around.
Earl, or “Rosco” as he likes to be called, is an energetic, lovable young man! He always has a smile for you and is always looking forward to a visit. He is quick to laugh at a funny joke and has a kind soul. He can be characterized as a talker. He loves to talk about anything and everything. He loves to call people on the phone and talk with them. He is curious and asks lots of questions. At times, he will ask the same questions repeatedly, as it appears to help soothe him and make him feel less anxious. He is always up for an adventure! He would love to be able to go on a trip or vacation to just about anywhere.
Mackenzie is a joy to be around and is sure to put a smile on your face! She enjoys many activities such as singing and dancing. She loves to watch Disney movies and CocoMelon. She also enjoys playing in water whenever she can! Her favorite food is spaghetti, and her favorite place to eat is McDonald’s. Mackenzie enjoys doing girly things, such as having her caretaker put makeup on her. She LOVES School and spending time with her friends while there. Her favorite subject this year is science.
Calib is a boy with several interests. He loves superhero movies and television shows. Stranger Things, Moon Knight, Shazam, and Aquaman are some of his favorites. He loves video games and riding his bike. Calib is athletic and enjoys most sports. Calib also enjoys shopping, especially for shoes. He loves to eat and is willing to try most foods. His favorite foods are Chinese and ice cream. Family is important to Calib. He does well on his own but would also like siblings!
📍 Tennessee Kids
Christian is an optimistic young man who enjoys being helpful and uplifting. Christian has a wide variety of interests that include basketball, football, volleyball, video games, diamond art, and other craft projects. He likes riding bikes, swimming, exercising, and being outside. Christian loves to read, with his favorite genre being horror books. He also really likes scary movies such as the Scream series, Scary Movie, Twister, Shark Native, and Saw. Christian would like to have a family that enjoys spending quality time together.
Jenna is a quiet young lady who enjoys swimming, bike riding, and football. She is a Christian and loves God. Jenna loves animals and children. Jenna enjoys listening to music, arts/crafts, jewelry making, and stuffed animals. When she grows up, she would like to work with children. Jenna would like a chance to be a part of a family, and she looks forward to spending quality time with her forever family.
Nathan is athletic and enjoys playing football. He also enjoys working out. Nathan likes to drive and hopes to get his learners permit soon. Nathan also likes to clean. He makes good grades in school. His favorite subjects in school are science and social studies. Nathan hopes to graduate high school and go to college. He would like to pursue a career in the military or culinary arts. Nathan is very good with computers and electronics.
Elijah is a positive, bright child who enjoys drawing and playing video games. He loves collecting Pokémon cards and playing Pokémon trading games. Elijah wants a family that will make him feel loved and included. He wants to do fun family outings like birthday dinners, but he’s also okay with the hard stuff like family photos. Elijah would like to be a part of all the family stuff, whether that’s going to grandma’s house or cleaning the house as a family. He would also like to hang out with his friends and go to the movies.
Shacaria is athletic, competitive in nature, and loves to play basketball. She has a passion for dancing and singing. She loves rap, R & B, and pop music. Shacaria wants to be able to play basketball and join a dance team. In school, Shacaria’s favorite classes are science and chemistry. She would like to work in fashion or be a cosmetologist when she grows up. Shacaria is a very funny and loyal; she loves to joke around. She loves babies and small children and likes to help care for them. Shacaria is looking for a family who will love her unconditionally.
MacKenzie describes herself as an athletic and caring individual. She is looking for a family that will be active and include her in their life. MacKenzie enjoys staying busy playing sports, especially softball. When she is relaxing, she enjoys watching TV and reading. Mackenzie is interested in true crime documentaries and crime mystery books. When she graduates from high school, she would like to become an EMT because she would like to have a profession where she helps people. MacKenzie loves Mexican food and would love to learn how to cook. MacKenzie is looking for a family that will “care for her and not give up.”
Zuri is a loving, caring, sweet girl in need of a loving, caring family. She likes playing, teaching, writing, reading, watching shows/movies, and riding in the front seat of the car. She loves animals (especially pandas which she calls her spirit animals). Zuri is caring and loving with people she trusts. She is seeking an active two parent adoptive family who like to go places and have new adventures. She would also love a home with dogs or other pets. Zuri has a desire to live in an area where there are lots of things to do and she can play outside in a yard, go to the park, water parks, and enjoy other fun summer activities.
