Hello Everyone!
We are officially “live”! As my dear friend mentioned a few weeks ago, in a way it feels like I’m pregnant because this time is so pregnant with waiting, what-ifs, and preparation. Our home and arms are ready as we wait and pray over the children we are presented with. We could be 48 hours from having a babe in arms, or it could still be a ways away – it is fully in the Lord’s hands and we are resting in the waiting.
Part of being live means that fundraising is kicking into overdrive. Most cases we have seen would require $45-70k within 48 hours of being chosen. You might be wondering why that number is so high (and why it’s a bit higher than when we very first started) – and, well, the answer is inflation. Inflation has hit adoption costs quite hard as it has impacted pretty much every area the money goes towards (from lawyer fees and medical expense to the birth mother’s housing costs).
Between our own endeavors and a few generous friends, we currently have about $15k. So, with all that in mind, we are asking for both your prayers and your financial help. Lifesong and Gregory’s Gift have blessed us with a combined matching grant of $6,500 – which would go a long way in helping us bring a child home. Donating through this site would help us meet that matching grant AND it would be considered to be a charitable donation for tax purposes.
Thank you so much for your help and prayers as we continue on this journey!
Matthew & Kathryn
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 “Hartshorne 10437”, to ensure it is credited to our account. Please mail to Lifesong for Orphans, PO Box 9, Gridley, IL 61744.
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