Special Needs Adoption – Feet to Faith

Gloria Reed Mt Carmel, Illinois

We have been in pursuit of a special needs adoption for the last few years and God has lead us to “J”.  “J” is nearly 5 years old and has been diagnosed with moderate ASD (autism spectrum disorder) and requires substantial support.  “J” struggles with daily challenges like non-verbal communication and limited social skills.  However, with the right support and a loving family we believe he can become the best that he can be.  There are many costs associated with special needs adoption, adoption and legal fees, travel expenses, ect.     We are so blessed to receive a matching $10,000 grant from the Tim Tebow Foundation Adoption Fund and Lifesong for Orphans so that every dollar donated to our fund through Lifesong is doubled!!  Prayers and financial blessings are welcome as we continue to grow our family under God’s direction and provision!


STRIPE charges an online processing fee (2.2% +.30 USD per transaction)*. Your donations will be decreased by this amount. You may also send a check payable to “Lifesong for Orphans”. In the memo line please write “Reed 10826”, to ensure it is credited to our account. Please mail to Lifesong for Orphans, PO Box 9, Gridley, IL 61744.

Lifesong has been blessed with partners who underwrite all U.S. administrative and fundraising costs (TMG Foundation and other partners). That means 100% of your donation will go directly to the adoption.

  • In following IRS guidelines, your donation is to Lifesong for Orphans. This organization retains full discretion over its use, but intends to honor the donor’s suggested use.
  • Lifesong is a 501(c)3 tax exempt organization. Individual donations of $50 or more and yearly donations totaling $250 or more will receive a tax-deductible receipt. Receipts for donations under $50 will gladly be sent upon request.
  • *3.5% fee for donations given with an American Express card
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Raised to date by 31 people
 of  $10,000
Campaign Ended

My Story

We have been in pursuit of a special needs adoption for the last few years and God has lead us to “J”.  “J” is nearly 5 years old and has been diagnosed with moderate ASD (autism spectrum disorder) and requires substantial support.  “J” struggles with daily challenges like non-verbal communication and limited social skills.  However, with the right support and a loving family we believe he can become the best that he can be.  There are many costs associated with special needs adoption, adoption and legal fees, travel expenses, ect.     We are so blessed to receive a matching $10,000 grant from the Tim Tebow Foundation Adoption Fund and Lifesong for Orphans so that every dollar donated to our fund through Lifesong is doubled!!  Prayers and financial blessings are welcome as we continue to grow our family under God’s direction and provision!


STRIPE charges an online processing fee (2.2% +.30 USD per transaction)*. Your donations will be decreased by this amount. You may also send a check payable to “Lifesong for Orphans”. In the memo line please write “Reed 10826”, to ensure it is credited to our account. Please mail to Lifesong for Orphans, PO Box 9, Gridley, IL 61744.

Lifesong has been blessed with partners who underwrite all U.S. administrative and fundraising costs (TMG Foundation and other partners). That means 100% of your donation will go directly to the adoption.

  • In following IRS guidelines, your donation is to Lifesong for Orphans. This organization retains full discretion over its use, but intends to honor the donor’s suggested use.
  • Lifesong is a 501(c)3 tax exempt organization. Individual donations of $50 or more and yearly donations totaling $250 or more will receive a tax-deductible receipt. Receipts for donations under $50 will gladly be sent upon request.
  • *3.5% fee for donations given with an American Express card
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Month 3

March 21, 2024

God is doing amazing things in Jaydens life and we are seeing such progress!  Jayden uses more than a dozen words to communicate with us!  He has been going to speech and occupational therapy for about 6 weeks and we have been working hard!  We celebrated his 5th Birthday at the end of February and he was infatuated with all the balloons!  He is so sweet and loving.  He and our other son are slowly learning how to play and communicate with one another as they navigate being new brothers so close in age!   The love, patience and grace that God has covered our home in is humbling and beautiful.

we thank you for all your prayers and financial help!  You are such a blessing!

The adoption will most likely be finalized late summer or fall.

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2 months update!

February 9, 2024

We signed placement documents to adopt “J” 2 months ago!!!  We are still several months out until finalization!  We have started the moving parts to get “J” the help he needs and we will begin therapy appointments in the very near future!  We have high hopes for “J” and would love for you to join us in prayer for his healing and progress!  
We are over half way to our matching grant goal!  Thank you for your generosity in helping us as adoption is very expensive and special needs adoption has many challenges.

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$1,000

Joey

Apr 2, 2024

$50

Rachel

Mar 30, 2024

$50

Paula

Mar 27, 2024

“God bless your family richly!”

$100

Deborah

Mar 27, 2024

“God is so good!”

$1,824

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Mar 26, 2024

$100

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Mar 14, 2024

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Mar 14, 2024

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Mar 14, 2024

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Orville

Mar 13, 2024

$500

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$200

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Mar 3, 2024

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Mar 3, 2024

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Feb 28, 2024

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Jan 27, 2024

$500

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Jan 23, 2024

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Jan 20, 2024

$400

Hidden

Jan 18, 2024

$1,000

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Jan 15, 2024

$100

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Jan 4, 2024

$461

Sarah

Jan 3, 2024

“Christmas $”

$107

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Jan 3, 2024

$200

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Jan 1, 2024

$400

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Jan 1, 2024

$500

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Dec 27, 2023

$500

Pentecostal Faith Assembly

Dec 26, 2023

“God bless you!”

$400

Pentecostal Faith Assembly

Dec 22, 2023

“God bless your growing family!!!”

$500

Jeremy

Dec 21, 2023

“This is amazing to hear! Love you guys!”

$25

Denia

Dec 21, 2023

“Adding you and this journey to my prayers. What a beautiful thing ❤️”

$500

Pentecostal Faith Assembly

Dec 20, 2023

“From the congregation. God bless your growing family.”