Waiting Children’s List October 2023 The children within this list need 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 #
Elijah
About Elijah
Born 2003 PAE: C21AA36
• Elijah is a polite, curious and creative young man. One of his favorite things to do is write detailed scripts. • He is full of ideas and is constantly coming up with something new. • Elijah loves world-building through writing and drawing. He likes to write about and draw “fancy people, places, things and ideas. • Elijah loves the idea of being “fancy” and likes to dress up, and aspires to a wardrobe full of items from Men’s Warehouse. • He would love to dress up and go out to dinner. • Elijah is very into anime. He loves superhero movies, particularly the new Eternal’s movies and Spiderman. • Elijah really enjoys learning. He is currently interested in learning about nutrition, exercise and other healthy habits. He enjoys learning about history and space and you can often find him watching NASA or the History Channel. • He likes to flex his creative muscles in school, his favorite classes are music and art. • Elijah is a senior in high school this year and is excited about attending college courses next year. • Elijah is looking for a family who will guide him into the next phase of his life. He’s looking forward to having his own apartment one day so he can put his cooking and cleaning skills to work!
For more info contact: Joseph Sutton Harrisburg, PA 717-461-5806 josutton@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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Ashley Born 2005
For more info contact: Mariah Trautman Pittsburgh 412-316-7132 mtrautman@bair.org
Ian Born 2006 PAE: C02AB69
For more info contact: Jordon Mignella Pittsburgh 412-341-6850 jmignella@bair.org
About Ashley • Ashley enjoys baking, singing, dancing, and swimming. • Ashley describes herself as funny, honest, caring, and quiet. • Ashley wants to be a nurse when she grows up, because she likes caring for people, but she her dream job is to own her own bakery. • Ashley is super excited about finding a resource home right for her!
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. • 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
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Preston Born 2006 PAE: 36AB50
For more info contact: 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.
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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A’Zaria
About A’Zaria
Born 2006 For more info contact: Elizabeth Kemrer Harrisburg 717-985-6450 ekemrer@bair.org
• A’Zaria loves animals, especially dogs. • She likes to get her hair and nails done. • A’Zaria enjoys going to the mall to buy clothes and shoes. • Her favorite food is seafood. • A’Zaria enjoys hanging out with her friends. • A’Zaria needs a family that can provide her with structure and help her as she adjusts to a new environment.
Tate
About Tate
Born 2006 PAE: C51EA29
• 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. • Tate likes to watch K- Dramas and any horror movie. • Tate loves cats and would love for his family to have one.
For more info contact: Jill Archibald Harrisburg 717-985-6450 jarchibald@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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Sunny
About Sunny
Born 2007 PAE: C02AC78
• Sunny is kind, caring, empathetic, compassionate, loyal and good with words. • Her favorites include ribs, steak, seafood, sour patch kids and mountain dew. • She likes the color pink and the movie Benchwarmers. • Sunny loves animals and would like to be a Veterinarian when she is older. • Sunny, in her free time enjoys reading, listening to music, being outside, watching the sun set and cooking. • Sunny is a big Michael Jackson fan and her favorite song is You Are Not Alone.
For more info Contact: Tara Porterfield New Wilmington 724-946-2220 tporterfield@bair.org
Gary
About Gary
Born 2007
• Gary is funny, creative, and helpful. • He enjoys reading, being outside and all things airplane related. • Gary loves animals, and would love to go to a home that has pets and other farm animals. • He loves to travel and go on trips. • Gary’s favorite candy is anything extremely sour. • He values his relationship with his little sister and is open to a home that has children of any age. • Gary would like a family that is adventurous, supportive and loving.
For more info contact: Maddison Oakes New Wilmington 724-992-5122 moakes@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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Bridget Born 2007 PAE: C02AC12
For more info contact: Jordon Mignella Pittsburgh 412-341-6850 jmignella@bair.org
Libby Born 2007 PAE: C18AA26
For more info contact: Laura Weber Erie 814-853-5149 lweber@bair.orgu
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. • 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 Libby • Libby is a Country girl. • She is a teller of Dad Jokes. • Libby is a Cheese Curd Enthusiast. • She is a Wielder of Fun Facts. • Libby is a swim instructor to Tiny Humans.
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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Blu Born 2007 PAE: C02AC61
For more info contact: Laura Weber Erie 814-853-5149 lweber@bair.orgu
ABOUT Blu • Blu likes fashion, cosmetology and can do almost anything with hair! • She loves ALL Food. • She likes to keep buys and loves going to amusement parks and trying new things. • Blu is ready and able to give every animal she meets sufficient cuddles! • She loves to be fancy and enjoys the finer things of city life • She likes a variety of music, but likes R&B and hiphop the most. • Blu is an expert online explorer and world builder. She is currently cultivating a mountainside farm with a castle and animals galore!
Beth
About Beth
Born 2007 PAE: C01AB03
• Beth is smart, curious and energetic. • She loves to explore new things. • Beth’s favorite color is pink. • Her favorite food is peanut butter cake! • Beth enjoys going to yard sales, gardening, and playing sports. • Beth values family and believes it is important to show others love and kindness.
For more info contact: Kortnei Confer Harrisburg 717-415-1620 kconfer@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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Libby
About Libby
Born 2007 PAE: C18AA26
• 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. • 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
For more info contact: Laura Weber Erie 814-853-5149 lweber@bair.org
Yaya
About Yaya
Born 2008 PAE: C22CI25
• 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 more info contact: Elizabeth Kemrer Harrisburg 717-985-6450 ekemrer@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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Jackson Born 2008
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For more info contact: Joseph Sutton Harrisburg, PA 717-461-5806 josutton@bair.org
Kyree Born 2009
For more info contact: Joseph Sutton Harrisburg, PA 717-461-5806 josutton@bair.org
About Jackson • Jackson loves to be himself, whether it’s reading his favorite fantasy book or playing a new video game on his Xbox. • People close to Jackson describe him as an “intelligent” and “insightful” person. They also add that Jackson is a great conversationalist! • He describes himself as “Relaxed” and says he’s always up for and adventure! • Jackson would love to go play games or sports with his forever family, especially football or basketball. He loves just about any food but especially pizza or chicken! • Jackson’s current dream is to be in the Navy! • Jackson seems to know what he wants in a family and would love to be part of a family with siblings and pets.
About Kyree • Kyree is a sweet, kind, energetic and artistic young man! • He is extremely talented artist and specifically enjoys drawing. • Kyree also enjoys playing video games and is an active kid. • He loves to play basketball with his peers and is happiest when he is outside being active in some way. • Kyree even has aspirations of joining the military one day. Go Army! • He enjoys working out and has a desire to try boxing one day. • Kyree loves to dance, sing, and listen to rap and rock music. • Kyree expressed a desire to be in a two-parent household with a family who will love him unconditionally and be active with him.
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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Caroline Born 2009
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For more info contact: Joseph Sutton Harrisburg, PA 717-461-5806 josutton@bair.org
Patty Born 2009
For more info contact: Laura Schaefer Erie 814-895-0502 lschaefer@bair.org
About Caroline • Caroline is kind, caring, and artistic individual! • She is very talented at Jewelry designing as she loves to create necklaces, earrings, and more! • Caroline also enjoys taking long walks, whether they are at the beach or just around the neighborhood. • She also would love to travel, especially to Africa to visit her favorite animal the elephant. • Caroline aspires to become an elementary school teacher one day. • Caroline would like to be in a two-parent household with a family who will love her unconditionally and be active with her, whether that be going for long walks or adventures together.
About Patty • Patty loves to look for beach glass on at the lake. • Her free time is spent dancing to songs on TikTok and laughing. • Patty loves to go to church and being a part of the Youth Group. She resonates with her faith and helps her cope. • She is close to her biological family and would like their relationship to continue in the future. • Patty enjoys doing hair and practices at it a lot. • Her favorite foods are Ramen noodles and anything she can put hot sauce on! • She would love a family who is supportive of her relationship with her biological family. • Patty would also love a family who loves her no matter what and continues to make her a better person.
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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Tyler
About Tyler
Born 2009
• Tyler has an outgoing personality! He's easy to connect with, and he could talk to you about his interests for hours. He's soft-spoken, but that doesn't make him any less passionate about the things he loves. • Tyler loves the most is music. He's a self-taught guitar player, and he plays mostly country music. He listens to most genres, and he would love to play guitar with (or for) his future family. • Tyler is active; he adores being outside, especially if he has the opportunity to ride dirt bikes - he even identifies this as a coping skill. • He has a big heart, both for people and for animals. Cats are his favorite, and he hopes to have at least one feline sibling in his future home. • Tyler started high school this year. He is diligent about his studies, and he dreams of being a pilot or NASCAR driver someday. • Tyler wants a family who will "never give up on him." He is growing to understand that he deserves stability, safety, and kindness in a permanent home.
For more info contact: Megan Miller Pittsburgh 412-495-2271 mnmiller@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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Jamie
About Jamie
Born 2009 PAE #C02AC81
• Jamie describes herself as artistic, kind, outgoing, and social. • Jamie loves to make new friends and talk to people. • Jamie enjoys dancing and singing. • When Jamie grows up, she wants to be a Cosmetologist. • Jamie’s favorite foods are pizza and chicken tenders. • Jamie loves to watch scary movies, especially the Scream movies. • Jamie is hoping to be in a home with other animals such as dogs and cats.
Picture Coming For more info contact: Karrey Plowman Altoona 814-941-5382 kplowman@bair.org
Brian
About Brian
Born 2009 PAE #C02AC79
• 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. • 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.
For more info contact: Mariah Trautman Pittsburgh 412-316-7132 mtrautman@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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Henry Born 2009
For more info contact: Taylor Senko New Wilmington 724-946-2220 tsenko@bair.org
About Henry • Henry aspires to become a Marine Biologist specializing in the study of sharks • He loves to read, especially Greek Mythology • Henry would love a family who enjoys going on vacation and checking out different bodies of water • Henry loves the outdoors and will always be happy while riding bikes, four-wheelers, or playing in a big yard!
Alivia
About Alivia
Born 2009 PAE: C01AB02
• 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. • 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.
For more info contact: Kortnei Confer Harrisburg 717-415-1620 kconfer@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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Marvin
About Marvin
Born 2009 PAE: C67AK08
• Marvin 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! • Marvin loves music, and finds it is a nice way to relax and chill out • He likes hot wings, fries and Skittles! • Marvin is a good speller, and per others, he “writes better than most adults” • He is a smart young man and enjoys school, particularly math, reading and social studies • Marvin loves a good trip to the beach • Marvin wants to be placed with a family and is looking forward to the permanency of a safe and loving family
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
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
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Joseph
About Joseph
Born 2011 PAE: C38AA66
• 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 more info contact: Jill Archibald Harrisburg 717-377-7659 jarchibald@bair.org
Albert
About Albert
Born 2011 PAE: C02AC01
• 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!
For more info contact: Maddison Oakes New Wilmington 724-992-5122 moakes@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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Ryan
About Ryan
Born 2012 PAE: C25AC13
For more info contact: Elizabeth Kemrer Harrisburg 724-992-5122 ekemrer@bair.org
• 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!
Onaleze
About Onaleze
Born 2011 PAE: C21AA64
For more info contact: Jordon Mignella Pittsburgh 412-341-6850 jmignella@bair.org
• 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. • 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.
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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Creedon Born 2012 PAE: C67A138
For more info contact: Jill Archibald Harrisburg 717-377-7659 jarchibald@bair.org
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.
Joseph
About Joseph
Born 2014 PAE: C32AA48
• 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 more info contact: Maddison Oakes New Wilmington 724-992-5122 moakes@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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Craig
About Craig
Born 2014 PAE: C22CG04
• 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.
For more info contact: Whitney Binion Pittsburgh 412-341-6850 wbinion@bair.org
Tiana Born 2014 PAE: Pending
Ariel Born 2017 PAE: Pending
About Tiana • Tiana loves to swim and is the loving and sassy older sister of this sibling pair. • Tiana loves pizza and ice cream.
About Ariel • Ariel is energetic, affectionate and loves to color. • She also loves pizza and ice cream.
Both Sisters For more info contact: Kortnei Confer Harrisburg 717-415-1620 kconfer@bair.org
• Tiana and Ariel love to be artistic and create new things whether that be a beaded bracelet, drawing, or a new craft. • These wonderful sisters are looking for a patient family who will continue to love and guide them as they grow up.
For general information on the foster-to-adopt process, please call 1-800-543-7058, or e-mail info@bair.org