Waiting Children’s List
June 2023
The children within this list are in need of a permanent family. If you’re interested in learning more about a particular child, please reach out to their listed worker
If a child has a PAE number listed, you can explore more information about them on the Pennsylvania Adoption Exchange at adoptpakids.org, by searching their PAE #
Ezekiel
Born 2004
PAE: C25AB47
About Ezekiel
• Ezekiel likes to ride bicycles and dirt bikes.
• He likes to go hunting, drive side by sides, make people laugh, read and be independent.
• Ezekiel likes to play video games and use technology, listening to pop music and watching movies. His favorite football team is the Kansas City Chiefs.
• He is fun, entertaining and adventurous but easy going, respectful and responsible.
• Likes learning about history and science and his dream job, nuclear engineering or being an architect. He would like to achieve a high school diploma and go to college
• Favorite meal is steak and potatoes followed by a nice piece of cheesecake.
For more info contact:
Joseph Sutton
Harrisburg, PA
717-461-5806
josutton@bair.org
• When his peers feel down, they can go to him for a laugh and to get cheered up.
• Ezekiel really cares for those in his life.
• He would like a family that can provide a safe, happy and loving home. A home that could help him achieve his goals and dreams.
For general information on the foster-to-adopt process, please call 1-800-543-7058, or e-mail info@bair.org
Sarah
Born 2005
PAE: C63AA87
Waiting Children’s List
June 2023
About Sarah
• Sarah is a self-described girly girl. She would love to talk to you about your make-up and loves color!
• Others describe her as having a happy-go-lucky personality. She is friendly and has a great sense of humor.
For more info
contact:
Kacee Taylor
New Wilmington
724-372-9356
kataylor@bair.org
James
Born 2005
For more info
Contact: Daisy Bowersox
New Wilmington 724-992-3282
dbowersox@bair.org
• Sarah enjoys coloring and drawing. She would love to have you draw with her.
• She enjoys spending time outside listening to music, namely Miley Cyrus and Carrie Underwood.
• Sarah will need a family willing and able to provide love and support for her entire life.
• Sarah is excited to meet families that would be a great fit for her.
About James
• James is active, curious, energetic, smart, competitive and outgoing.
• He is so excited about turning 18 years old.
• James favorite things are fishing, skateboarding, playing basketball, playing football and The Steelers.
• James would like to be a welder when he graduates from high school.
For general information on the foster-to-adopt process, please call 1-800-543-7058, or e-mail info@bair.org
Ian
Born 2006
PAE: C02AB69
Waiting Children’s List June 2023
About Ian
• Friendly individual that describes himself as being nice and mellow.
• Likes video games, listening to music and watching You Tube Videos.
• Loves animals and his favorite animal is a shark.
• He loves to be active and be outside- riding bikes, taking walks and throwing a football around.
• Ian loves all things Anime and enjoys reading books, including The Warrior and Twilight.
• Loves pizza, soft pretzels, shrimp, watermelon and mac and cheese.
• Halloween enthusiast and some of his favorite movies are IT and Leprechaun.
For more info contact:
Jordon Mignella
Pittsburgh
412-341-6850
jmignella@bair.org
• Enjoys school and does well. He is looking forward to obtaining employment and getting his driver’s license.
• Dream job is video game design
• His parental rights have been terminated and he is looking for a forever family that would enjoy being there for him and help guide him as he gets older.
For general information on the foster-to-adopt process, please call 1-800-543-7058, or e-mail info@bair.org
Miguel
Born 2006
Waiting Children’s List
June 2023
About Miguel
• Miguel describes himself as smart, active and kind.
• Miguel enjoys reading, playing basketball and doing puzzles.
• His dream is to become an accountant one day.
For more info
contact:
Taylor Senko
New Wilmington 724-946-2220
tsenko@bair.org
Morgan
Born 2006
For more info
contact:
Ashley Chilleo
Pittsburgh
724-856-9356
achilleo@bair.org
• Miguel loves comedy movies and anything that has to do with technology.
• His favorite holiday is the Fourth of July.
• Miguel’s dream is to travel the world and to learn Martial Arts.
• Miguel would love to end global warming and pollution.
• His hidden talent is knowing how to solve a Rubik’s cube.
• Miguel has several older sisters whom he would like to maintain a relationship with if a family becomes available.
About Morgan
• Morgan likes to get her hair and nails done.
• She loves to play volleyball.
• Morgan enjoys shopping especially buying shoes.
• She likes to cook and listen to music.
• Morgan’s favorite foods are shrimp and chicken alfredo.
• Morgan will need a family that will help as she adjusts to a new environment. It is important to Morgan that her forever family is understanding, patient, and has a good sense of humor as Morgan likes to joke around!
For general information on the foster-to-adopt process, please call 1-800-543-7058, or e-mail info@bair.org
Jill Archibald
Harrisburg
717-985-6450
jarchibald@bair.org
About Preston
• Preston is hard-working, kind, determined, and open-minded.
• He is a good listener and enjoys helping others.
• Preston is truly a generous individual who care a lot about others.
• He enjoys riding his bike, camping and hiking.
• He often prefers to be outside; however, he also finds that taking a nap or just curling up to watch a movie is a great way to spend an afternoon!
• Preston can talk for hours about his favorite movies, music, and television shows.
• He likes drawing and or coloring pictures of his favorite characters and is currently learning a lot about graphic design.
• Preston enjoys learning about mythology and magic tricks.
• He is into sports, especially football and basketball.
• Preston is so eager to find his forever family and assemble the perfect “team” who is supportive and willing to cheer him on in life!
• All families will be considered.
Preston
Waiting Children’s List June 2023 For general information on the foster-to-adopt process, please call 1-800-543-7058, or e-mail info@bair.org
Born 2006 PAE: 36AB50 For more info contact:
Tate
Born 2006
PAE: C51EA29
Waiting Children’s List
June 2023
About Tate
• Tate loves all types of Asian food, but his favorite dish is Kimchi.
• Tate’s favorite colors are black and white and he loves all things EMO.
• He enjoys to draw and hang out with peers who have similar interest to him.
• Tate likes to listen to KPOP, rock, and rap music.
For more info
contact:
Jill Archibald
Harrisburg
717-985-6450
jarchibald@bair.org
Mikah
Born 2007
PAE: C25AB28
• Tate likes to watch K- Dramas and any horror movie.
• Tate loves cats and would love for his family to have one.
About Mikah
• Mikah loves to be active
• Mikah enjoys listening to music especially Rap music
• He likes to work out and life weights
• Mikah would one day like to have his own You Tube channel for work out videos
• Mikah enjoys learning about Pennsylvania’s haunted history.
• He loves all things Halloween.
• Mikah hopes to learn how to bake and cook.
For more info
contact:
Ashley Chilleo
Pittsburgh
724-856-9356
achilleo@bair.org
For general information on the foster-to-adopt process, please call 1-800-543-7058, or e-mail info@bair.org
Bridget
Born 2007
PAE: C02AC12
Waiting Children’s List
About Bridget
• Bridget is a loving and friendly female, who loves elephants and giraffes.
• She loves all types of animals and would like to have pets of her own.
• Bridget describes herself as being cool, calm and fun to hang out with.
• She is also conscientious, respectful and determined to succeed.
• Bridget enjoys playing games and would love to have a family game night.
• She loves arts and crafts and would love to be able to explore her creative side with a family.
• Bridget is very creative and enjoys expressing herself through getting her nails and hair done and doing her make-up.
For more info contact:
Jordon Mignella
Pittsburgh
412-341-6850
jmignella@bair.org
Nicole
Born 2007
For more info contact:
Laura Weber
Erie
814-853-5149
lweber@bair.orgu
• She enjoys cooking and baking and some of her favorite foods to cook are lasagna and pasta with meatballs. Her favorite thing to bake is sugar-free peanut butter cookies.
• Bridget values her relationship with her biological family and would love to remain in contact with them.
About Nicole
• Nicole likes football and would love to play.
• She loves all types of Art, Math, and Baking.
• Nicole is a big reader.
• Nicole very much enjoys swimming.
• She is a huge animal lover.
• Nicole is great with kids and would love to have younger siblings and would love to have a pet!
For general information on the foster-to-adopt process, please call 1-800-543-7058, or e-mail info@bair.org
June 2023
Libby
Born 2007 PAE: C18AA26
Waiting Children’s List
June 2023
About Libby
• Libby loves dogs, Cheese curds, Hunting, and Sports especially football and wrestling.
• She has big dreams for her future and hopes to become a welder in the military.
For more info
contact:
Laura Weber
Erie
814-853-5149
lweber@bair.org
Yaya
Born 2008 PAE: C22CI25
For more info
contact:
Elizabeth Kemrer
Harrisburg
717-985-6450
ekemrer@bair.org
• Libby has participated in JROTC in the past and is hoping to take part in it again.
• Libby would benefit from a family who is supportive
About Yaya
• Yaya is a bright and independent girl who enjoys movie nights in with lots of snacks and scares.
• She loves sports, basketball and volleyball being two of her favorites. Yaya hopes someday in the future she can play volleyball again and join a team
• Yaya loves to eat and cook food, especially Dominican dishes, which allow her to connect to her roots and heritage.
• Yaya loves animals of all kinds and would love her future home to be filled with plenty of wet noses and warm cuddles.
• Maintains a special connection with her younger sister, and wants her pre-adoptive family to be a team player in regards to maintaining contact.
• Yaya is open to all families that are understanding, nurturing, and respectful of her boundaries.
For general information on the foster-to-adopt process, please call 1-800-543-7058, or e-mail info@bair.org
C.J.
Born 2008
Waiting Children’s List
June 2023
About C.J.
• C.J. love the outdoors-especially biking!
• He enjoys writing songs and drawing.
• He likes playing video games.
For more info
contact:
Laura Weber
Erie
814-853-5149
lweber@bair.org
Wyatt
Born 2009
PAE #C22CE47
For more info
contact:
Joseph Sutton
Harrisburg, PA
717-461-5806
josutton@bair.org
• C.J. would love to have older siblings to learn things from and pets to play with!
About Wyatt
• Wyatt loves to stay active, whether he is going for that three-point shot or kicking a field goal in overtime.
• Wyatt is a great listener and loves to be helpful.
• He describes himself as energetic and loyal.
• He loves being outside and around other people.
• Wyatt enjoys making Lego master pieces and also slowing down his day with a good book;
• He is currently into reading action and mystery books, but recently discovered Greek Mythology and cannot get enough.
• Wyatt is a fan of Pokemon!
• He is hoping to attend church again someday and he does not mind what kind of church it is.
For general information on the foster-to-adopt process, please call 1-800-543-7058, or e-mail info@bair.org
Brian
Born 2009
Waiting Children’s List June 2023
About Brian
• Brian is a sweet and an intelligent youth who is eager to find a family who will be supportive and can spend quality time with him.
• Brian likes video games.
• He likes spending time outside. Brian’s favorite activities outside are to play sports, especially football.
• Brian’s favorite subject in school is Science.
For more info
contact:
Mariah Trautman
Pittsburgh
412-316-7132
mtrautman@bair.org
Paul
Born 2009
PAE: C64AA99
• He loves cats and would prefer a family that does not have dogs, but is okay with dogs.
• The most important quality of resource family to Brian is communication and quality time.
About Paul
• Paul is shy at first meeting and quiet-spoken.
• He is Caring, Diligent and Mindful.
• Paul enjoys playing Chess and loves Video games.
• He absolutely LOVES Pokemon!
• Paul’s favorite class is his pottery class.
• Paul loves to ride his bike.
• He is looking for a family with pets.
• Paul wants a family that is respectful and listens.
• Paul has an older sibling that he would like to maintain contact with.
For more info
contact:
Jennifer Brown
Altoona
814-521-5759
jbrown@bair.org
For general information on the foster-to-adopt process, please call 1-800-543-7058, or e-mail info@bair.org
Alivia
Born 2009
PAE: C01AB02
Waiting Children’s List
June 2023
About Alivia
• Alivia is a soft-spoken and funny young lady.
• Alivia loves art and spends much of her free time drawing or painting.
• She uses art as a way to express herself.
• Alivia loves listening to music and hanging out with her small circle of friends.
For more info
contact:
Kortnei Confer
Harrisburg
717-415-1620
kconfer@bair.org
Heather
Born 2009
PAE: C02AC34
For more info
contact:
Mariah Trautman
Pittsburgh
412-316-7132
mtrautman@bair.org
• She dreams of travelling to places like Paris, Italy, or Japan.
• Alivia currently has ambitions of pursuing art or advocacy as a future career.
• Alivia desires people in her life who will be there for her, support her, and seek to understand her as she continues to grow up.
About Heather
• Heather loves art, music, gymnastics, and cheerleading!
• She is a sweet, loving, and friendly girl
• She is very eager to be matched with a loving family and building a meaningful and close relationship with them
• She loves watching movies, listening to music, and going on adventures
• Heather would love to have pets in her permanent home
• She wants to maintain ongoing contact with her siblings who are placed elsewhere
• TPR will happen once a permanent resource is identified
For general information on the foster-to-adopt process, please call 1-800-543-7058, or e-mail info@bair.org
Melvin
Born 2009 PAE: C67AK08
Waiting Children’s List June 2023
About Melvin
• Melvin LOVES football! He loves watching the game on TV and has dreams of one day attending a game
• He is a very social kiddo and quite the Jokester!
• Melvin loves music, and finds it is a nice way to relax and chill out
• He likes hot wings, fries and Skittles!
• Melvin is a good speller, and per others, he “writes better than most adults”
For more info
contact:
Whitney Binion Pittsburgh
412-341-6850
wbinion@bair.org
Marinette
Born 2009 PAE: C22CG94
For more info
contact:
Ashley Chilleo Pittsburgh
412-341-6850
achilleo@bair.org
• He is a smart young man and enjoys school, particularly math, reading and social studies
• Melvin loves a good trip to the beach
• Melvin wants to be placed with a family and is looking forward to the permanency of a safe and loving family
About Marinette
• Describes herself as friendly and outgoing
• She enjoys going for walks, doing arts and crafts, and watching television
• Marinette loves to get her hair and nails done
• She likes going out to eat and her favorite food is chicken alfredo
• Marinette would like a family who can support her in her future goals and who likes to go on family outings in the community
• Marinette values her connection with her siblings and would like to be supported in maintaining those special connections
For general information on the foster-to-adopt process, please call 1-800-543-7058, or e-mail info@bair.org
Keisha
Born 2009 PAE: C02AC69
Waiting Children’s List June 2023
About Keisha
• I love animals
• I like to do arts and crafts and listen to music
• I like to play video games and go to the small
• I also enjoy going to get ice cream, especially milkshakes
• I’m looking forward for a kind family that I can build a strong relationship with
• Keisha is a nice and friendly girl that is enjoyable to spend time with
For more info
contact:
Ashley Chilleo
Pittsburgh
412-341-6850
achilleo@bair.org
About Benjamin
Born 2010 PAE: CO1AB04
For more info
contact:
Joseph Sutton
Harrisburg, PA 717-461-5806
josutton@bair.org
• Benjamin loves to be by himself, whether it’s watching his favorite Marvel movie or watching his favorite NFL team.
• Benjamin is a great helper and he loves to interact with new people!
• He describes himself as “relaxed” and says “he is always up for adventure”!
• He would love to go exploring with his forever family, especially to areas he has never been before.
• Benjamin loves Chinese food but could do without ever eating broccoli!
• His current dream job is to be in the Air Force
• This young man is a great conversationalist in a one-on-one setting and seems to know what he wants in a family and would love to be part of a family with siblings and pets.
For general information on the foster-to-adopt process, please call 1-800-543-7058, or e-mail info@bair.org
Benjamin
Liam
Born 2010 PAE# C25AB43
Waiting Children’s List
June 2023
About Liam
• Liam is very adventurous, energetic and warmhearted.
• He loves to be outdoors and loves activities including swimming, fishing, riding his bike and going camping.
• When he grows up he would like to be a welder.
For more info
Contact: Daisy Bowersox
New Wilmington 724-992-3282
dbowersox@bair.org
Born 2011 PAE: C38AA66
For more info
contact:
Jill Archibald
Harrisburg 717-377-7659
jarchibald@bair.org
• Liam would like to continue to have contact with his older brother and sister.
• Liam is looking forward to family game nights and family movie nights.
About Joseph
• Joseph loves to smile
• He enjoys listening to Disney music, especially Encanto
• Joseph has a stuffed animal or a cozy blanket with him at all times
• He needs a forever family who would be willing to spend a lot of time with him and include him on any and all adventures throughout each day
• Families with medical backgrounds are preferred but not necessary! Training will be provided to any interested family
For general information on the foster-to-adopt process, please call 1-800-543-7058, or e-mail info@bair.org
Joseph
Waiting Children’s List June 2023
About Albert
Born 2011
PAE: C02AC01
For more info
contact:
Maddison Oakes
New Wilmington
724-992-5122
moakes@bair.org
Born 2012
PAE: C25AC13
For more info
contact:
Elizabeth Kemrer
Harrisburg
724-992-5122
ekemrer@bair.org
• Albert is a quiet, loving, competitive, and energetic youngster
• He enjoys playing outside, riding his bike, and baking brownies and cookies.
• Albert loves animals, and his favorite is a cheetah because it is the fastest.
• His favorite food is pizza, specifically with pineapple!
• Albert loves superheroes and his favorite is Captain America.
• He values his relationship with his little sister.
• Albert wants a family that can provide him a cozy bed with green pillows and blankets and who love family game nights!
About Ryan
• Ryan is fun and adventurous and loves everything about the outdoors. From fishing to sports, he is not afraid to get a little muddy if it means having a blast!
• Ryan hobbies include going to water parks, having sleepovers with friends, and cooking
• He enjoys riding mini dirt bikes, mini ATV’s, GoCarts, and anything with the word ‘Fast!’
• He would also be down for a movie night and love to pile into a bunch of comfy pillows and blankets surrounded by his favorite snacks
• Ryan would love to include fluffy animals in his future and would love to have pets in his future home, so bring on the slobber!
For general information on the foster-to-adopt process, please call 1-800-543-7058, or e-mail info@bair.org
Albert
Ryan
Onaleze
Born 2011
PAE: C21AA64
Waiting Children’s List
June 2023
About Onaleze
• She is a sweet and friendly girl, whose smile and laugh can light up a room. She loves the colors pink and purple and all things that sparkle and shine.
• She really enjoys having her nails painted, listening to music, hearing people sing, and playing on her ipad
• She likes being able to visually explore her environment and being able to observe others engaging in different activities.
• Some of Onaleze favorite shows and movies are anything Disney Princess related, Paw Patrol and teen Nickelodeon.
• Enjoys participating in hand-over-hand activities, including crafting, playing with touch toys and looking at books.
For more info contact:
Jordon Mignella
Pittsburgh
412-341-6850
jmignella@bair.org
Creedon
Born 2012
PAE: C67A138
• She is looking for a family that will provide her with love and support and help her engage in the world around her by exploring, spending time outside, going on walks, and going shopping.
About Creedon
• Creedon is a huge sports fan and can WOW you with his sports knowledge
• He also loves to play video games
• His favorite sports are soccer and football
• Creedon's personality was described as "friendly, extroverted, creative, brilliant, and persistent"
• He is hoping to find a forever family with no other children and no pets in the home
For more info contact:
Jill Archibald
Harrisburg
717-377-7659
jarchibald@bair.org
For general information on the foster-to-adopt process, please call 1-800-543-7058, or e-mail info@bair.org
Hannah
Born 2013
Waiting Children’s List
June 2023
About Hannah
• Hannah describes herself as silly, happy, energetic, outdoorsy, and artistic
• She enjoys Disney movies, such as the Lion King, as well as the Netflix series Wednesday, and Sponge Bob
• Love Pizza! Especially with the topping, Bacon
• Super creative artist
• Favorite colors are black, red, and purple
For more info
contact:
Nicole Baker
Harrisburg
P: 800-543-7059
nibaker@bair.org
Born 2014
PAE: C32AA48
For more info
contact:
Daisy Bowersox
New Wilmington
dbowersox@bair.org
• She loves cats and reptiles, and would love be a proud pet owner
• Has dreams of being a vet one day
• Wants to have both younger or older siblings, but would to be the oldest
About Joseph
• Joseph is creative and kind with a loving and caring personality.
• He likes participating in hands-on activities and staying active.
• Joseph likes playing with playdoh, slime and building with Legos or blocks.
• He likes blowing bubbles and being outside.
• Joey is also a fan of toy cars and toys that make noise, as well as action figures.
• He enjoys playing independently but also gets along well with other children.
• Joseph would love a family who appreciates outings in the community and spending quality time together.
For general information on the foster-to-adopt process, please call 1-800-543-7058, or e-mail info@bair.org
Joseph
Waiting Children’s List
June 2023
About Craig
Born 2014 PAE: C22CG04
For more info
contact:
Whitney Binion Pittsburgh 412-341-6850
wbinion@bair.org
Frankie
Born 2014
PAE: C02AC77
For more info
Contact:
Daisy Bowersox
New Wilmington 724-992-3282
dbowersox@bair.org
• Craig is a happy, energetic, talkative and curious youngster
• He loves playing LEGOs, with toy cars, and doing puzzles
• Craig is kind, a good listener, and engages well in conversations
• He would love a home where he can play outside and grow in his community, making lasting friendships
• Enjoys eating chips, pizza, chicken, and fries!
• Craig’s parents’ parental rights to him have been terminated and his is ready for adoption
• Craig is eager to be placed in a permanent home
About Frankie
• Frankie describes himself as smart, kind helpful and lovely.
• He enjoys playing video games, riding his bike, playing capture the flag and playing sports.
• Frankie’s favorite things include chicken nuggets and fries from McDonalds, Pittsburgh sports teams, and the color pink.
• Frankie’s favorite things to do are playing sports, including soccer, football, basketball, and baseball.
• He would like to be a professional football player when he grows up.
• Frankie would love to find a family that has a pet.
• He is looking forward to having family movie nights with lots of snacks.
For general information on the foster-to-adopt process, please call 1-800-543-7058, or e-mail info@bair.org
Craig
Sky
Born 2018
PAE: Pending
Waiting Children’s List
June 2023
About Sky
• Sky is sweet and kind
• She loves watching “Spidey and His Amazing Friends,” and the Frozen movies
• Her favorite colors are Pink, Purple, and Blue
For more info
contact:
Nicole Baker
Harrisburg
nibaker@bair.org
P: 800-543-7059
Siblings *Nya and Nathan*
Nya Born 2010
Nathan Born 2008
For more info
contact:
Kacee Taylor
New Wilmington
kataylor@bair.org
Pictures Coming Soon
• She loves eating Mac and Cheese for breakfast, lunch, and dinner!
• She would love her family to have a trampoline because she loves doing backflips on them
• When inside, she loves to eat, do puzzles, and color
• Hannah would love to have parents, siblings, and dogs
About Nya
• Nya is a kind and compassionate person.
• She enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
• Nya enjoys drawing.
• Nya’s favorite food is Chinese food and her favorite colors are pink, purple, blue, and green!
• Nya is in the 7th grade and her favorite subject is Math.
About Nathan
• Nathan is easy-going and polite.
• He enjoys playing video games and listening to Rap music in his spare time.
• Nathan’s favorite color is blue and his favorite movie is Ant Man!
• Nathan is in 8th grade and he enjoys going to school and spending time with his friends.
For general information on the foster-to-adopt process, please call 1-800-543-7058, or e-mail info@bair.org
Noah, Raven, and Max
Noah born 2014, PAE: C43AA83
Raven born 2015, PAE: C43AA84
Max born 2021, PAE: C43AA85
About Noah
• Noah is handsome, intelligent, and helpful.
About Raven
• Raven is bright, creative, and imaginative.
About Max
• Max is cute, happy, and independent.
About the Three
• Noah, Raven, and Max love learning new things.
• Church is very important to them.
• This sibling group is looking for a family that has structure, stability, and will make long-lasting memories together.
For more information contact:
Karrey Plowman
Altoona
(814) 941-5382
kplowman@bair.org
For general information on the foster-to-adopt process, please call 1-800-543-7058, or e-mail info@bair.org
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