Even since a young age, Celeste has felt the call to adoption, sensing a quiet but persistent nudge from God to open her home and life to a child in need. Joel and Celeste, having been together since high school, have grown into the belief that children are a gift from the Lord, and that caring for them is a sacred responsibility that reflects His love. Through adoption, we hope to provide a safe, nurturing, and faith-filled home where a child can grow in confidence, joy, and the knowledge that they are deeply loved by both God and their family. This journey is not just about expanding our family, it’s about following God’s heart and trusting His timing in bringing a precious child into our lives.
Your Support:
The road to adoption is one we are walking by faith, and we know we were never meant to walk it alone. We are asking our community to cover us in prayer. For wisdom as we navigate each step of the process, for the birth mother who is making the bravest decision of her life, and for the little one already known and loved by God. The financial cost of infant adoption is also significant, and if you feel led to give, every donation moves us closer to the moment we finally hold our baby for the first time. Whether you contribute through prayer, a financial gift, or both, you become a part of this story in a real and lasting way.
We are honored to have been rewarded a $3,000 matching grant Fund administered by our Church, as well as a $2,000 matching grant Fund administred by Lifesong for Orphans. This means we need to raise $5,000 in order to receive these grants ($5,000 raised = $10,000 total)!
Lastly, we would like to say thank you for the support along the way in this journey. Our family, friends, and community who have rallied around us so far and in the steps ahead, we will forever be greatful for the impact you’ve made on helping build our family.
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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 “Perrell 12038”, 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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