Dear Friends, Family, and Supporters!
We are grateful you are taking time to learn about our journey!
With hearts overflowing with joy, we extend our sincerest invitation for you to join us on this remarkable journey of love and hope. As we grow our family, our story is woven with threads of faith, love, and a deep-seated desire to embrace the blessings of parenthood through adoption.
Our journey began amidst the gentle whispers of destiny in 2016, when Jeremy and I crossed paths through a dear mutual friend. From that serendipitous moment, a connection blossomed, rooted in shared values, mutual respect, and an unyielding commitment to one another. Our love story culminated in the sacred vows exchanged on a Florida beach in 2017, where we pledged our hearts and souls to each other, admiring the beauty of God’s creation and His divine plan for our lives.
Adoption has been a calling etched upon our hearts for years, fueled by Jeremy’s own experience of being lovingly welcomed into a family through adoption. It’s a calling we’ve nurtured through prayer, driven by a steadfast commitment to offer a child the same love, security, and opportunities Jeremy received. For us, adoption isn’t just about expanding our family; it’s about extending the boundless love of God beyond biological ties, transcending boundaries, and nurturing relationships built on compassion and understanding.
Our journey hasn’t been without its challenges. We’ve navigated through seasons of uncertainty, grappling with fertility struggles and facing fears and doubts along the way. Yet, through unwavering faith and divine guidance, we found the courage to step into the unknown, trusting in God’s perfect timing and provision.
Miraculously, we were matched on December 20, 2023, and within a matter of three days, we were placed and had a newborn baby in our arms. We witnessed how God worked so amazingly and efficiently firsthand! From matching to placement, it was truly God Speed! In the blink of an eye, we were thrust into the sacred realm of parenthood and surrounded by an outpouring of love and support from cherished friends, family, and our community, marveling at the inexplicable wonder of God’s grace.
One of my favorite verses is Isaiah 46:4 “Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you; I will sustain you and I will rescue you.” HE is a PROMISE KEEPER! And, He brings beauty from ashes. David is a living testament to God’s faithfulness and the power of love to transform lives. He is a tangible embodiment of hope, reminding us of the miracles that unfold when we surrender to His plan.
David’s arrival, however, marked not just the beginning of our journey as parents but also the commencement of a new chapter in our lives—a chapter fraught with financial burdens and logistical challenges inherent to the adoption process. The cost of finalizing our adoption stands at $62,000—an exorbitant sum that encompasses various expenses, including home studies, agency fees, legal costs, and more. While daunting, we remain steadfast in our belief that where God guides, He provides. We are trusting Him to continue to lead and do what only He can do as we put our faith in Him. We know there is hope because God brings the promise and fulfillment of hope, and we believe we are part of His plan to bring hope to the hopeless.
We are humbled to share that we’ve been blessed with matching grants totaling $8,500 from Johnson Ferry Baptist Church Adoption Fund and Lifesong for Orphans. These two matching grants mean that every dollar you donate to our adoption fund up to $8,500.00 will automatically be matched…DOUBLED, amplifying the impact of your generosity! Moreover, your contribution is tax-deductible. Your donation will directly contribute to covering adoption-related expenses, ensuring that David’s journey into our family is supported every step of the way.
Your support is not merely a financial investment but a testament to the transformative power of community and compassion in shaping lives and spreading love. Your contributions will directly impact David’s journey into our family, ensuring that he receives the love, care, and support he deserves as he embarks on this new chapter of his life.
To our cherished supporters, old and new, we extend an invitation to become integral parts of our adoption journey—through your prayers, encouragement, and if the Lord leads you, through your financial investment. Your generosity, whether big or small, will make an indelible difference in David’s life and in our family’s journey. Your partnership is not merely a financial investment but a testament to the power of community and compassion in shaping lives and spreading love.
If you feel called to support us on this journey, we’ve provided instructions below for financial contributions. Every donation, regardless of size, makes a meaningful difference and brings us one step closer to realizing our dream of welcoming David into our forever family.
With hearts full of gratitude and anticipation, we extend our deepest thanks for your unwavering love and support. Together, we are rewriting the narrative of hope and belonging, one precious life at a time.
With all our love and appreciation,
Jeremy and Yan
Financial Support Instructions
CHECKS:
·Make checks payable to: “Lifesong For Orphans”
·Memo Line: “Jeremy and Yan 10882”.
This ensures your donation gets applied to our account.
·Mail Checks to: Lifesong For Orphans, PO Box 9, Gridley, IL 61744
*Sending a check assures 100% of the donation goes to the adoption. Lifesong has been blessed with a partner that underwrites all U.S. administrative and fundraising costs (TMG Foundation and other partners).
ONLINE DONATIONS:
· Click DONATE NOW above!
*Donations via STRIPE incur a processing fee (2.2% + $0.30 per transaction). Using a MasterCard to donate, the fee can be upwards of 3%. Your onine donation will be decreased by the amount of this fee.
[Additional Information]
· Lifesong for Orphans covers all U.S. administrative and fundraising costs, ensuring that 100% of your donation directly supports the adoption process.
· Your donation is tax-deductible, and Lifesong for Orphans will provide receipts for individual donations of $50 or more and yearly donations totaling $250 or more. Receipts for donations under $50 will be sent upon request.
· Lifesong for Orphans is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, committed to honoring donor intentions and IRS guidelines.