Several years ago, our journey to grow our family looked very different than we expected. After walking through infertility, we began to sense that God was leading us toward adoption.
Through prayer, wise counsel, and a peace we couldn’t ignore, we decided to move forward with the adoption process.
In 2023, that choice led us to adopt our daughter, Evalyn. She has been the greatest blessing—not only to us, but to our entire family. Watching her grow, laugh, and become exactly who God created her to be has strengthened our faith. Adoption didn’t just grow our family; it transformed it.
And now, we are stepping forward in faith to adopt our second child. Just as God was faithful in our first adoption, we believe He is already writing the story of our next child.
Our Goal
We are seeking to raise $40,000 to help fund this adoption.
These funds will go directly toward:
- Adoption agency fees
- Home study fees
- Matching fees
- Placement fees
- Attorney fees
Adoption is beautiful, but it is also costly. While we are personally contributing and saving, we cannot do this alone.
How You Can Join Our Journey
First and foremost, we ask for your prayers.
Pray for:
- Our future child
- Their birth family
- Wisdom and peace for us throughout the process
- God’s provision in every detail
If you feel led to give financially, every donation—large or small—helps bring our child home.
We are so grateful to have received a $7,000 matching grant from Lifesong for Orphans! This means that every dollar you give here - up to $7,000 - will be doubled!
We believe adoption mirrors God's love in a powerful way, and we're thankful for those who support us through this journey.
Sincerely,
Zach, Jodi & Evalyn
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 “Lennon 11923”, 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.
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