Our Story

We are so excited to have you join us in this adventure to grow our family. Adoption has always been something that we have thought about and feel that God is calling us to it now. When we were dating we talked about what we hoped our future family might look like, we both said “as many kids as possible”. That sentiment was quickly followed by a vision of adoption. While we had originally hoped it would turn out to be a handful of biological kids and then adopt, that hasn’t been the plan God has for us.

We have rejoiced in new pregnancies and mourned through miscarriages while still trusting and praying that God has a plan for us to grow our family. Our son, Theo, has been such a blessing and joy and we are excited with the possibility of adding to that through adoption.

The Process

We have been accepted through a consulting agency and are very thankful for how God has provided so far with initial fees. The cost of adoption can be pricey ($35,000-$50,000) due to legal fees, medical costs, and other odds and ends. While this is daunting, we trust that God will be glorified through this process and will continue to provide.

We will be putting out various fundraisers where you can buy something and have proceeds come to help us, but you can always feel free to give directly through this site. Whether you are able to help and support through these opportunities or if you are able and willing to support us through prayer, we are so thankful and grateful for you.

Thank you all for your love and support!

The Official Stuff

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 “Vest 09440”, 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.