ABOUT THE WAITLIST

We currently have over families and youth waiting to be matched in our Love Box and Dare to Dream programs. Our heart at KCMO Angels is to serve every family that makes the decision to foster. Our organization and families need committed and caring volunteers to step in and be part of a community of support. Check out just a few of our awesome families and youth below and reach out with any questions about how you can get involved!

MEET THE FAMILIES:

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Love Box:
Located in 64130
This sweet family received their first placement in September of an infant baby girl. They have one biological son, almost age 4. They have no financial needs. Their needs are more emotional and they would love to know of a support group or anything else in the area and could be hugely blessed with monthly care packages. They have wanted to adopt since before they got married. Their plan and hope was always to "make one and adopt one." They recognize that the goal of foster care is not adoption, rather reunification but they keep coming back to foster care as the next way to build their family because it feels like the community's biggest need. Now that they are actively fostering, they are starting to recognize the emotional toll of being a foster parent.
 
Located in 64014
A rockstar single grandmother who has adopted 2 of her grandchildren, and has 5 children experiencing foster care in her home, including an infant she recently took. She also has one she fostered previously that comes back on the weekends. She desires relational connection with a love box leader and emotional support. She would also greatly benefit from monthly care packages provided by our love box.
 
Located in 64015
The George family consists of a single mother with 3 biological children (2 boys/1 girl) ages 9, 6, and 5 along with their new foster baby that is 8 months of age. This was an emergency kinship placement. There was no preparation for items. Diaper/Wipe support and basic baby necessities would be a wonderful help to her household. She would  benefit from our program by receiving monthly care packages to celebrate holidays or upcoming events or basic essentials items.
 
Located in 64137
This family consists of a single mother who has been a licensed foster home resource provider since 2006 and has fostered many children. She has a Medical, Level A, and Level B license. She will either only take all girls or all boys but not both at the same time. She is caring for 4 children in her home, one via Legal Guardianship and 3 foster. The boys are between ages 10 and 16. The family would benefit from additional assistance through Love Box in the form of Curated monthly care packages to celebrate holidays or upcoming events and provide basic essentials items.
 
Located in 64014
Ginger and Lisa are a foster/adoptive family of 11.  They have 3 bio daughters, 1 adopted (very special needs son and daughter who unfortunately passed before we made it official) They also have a sibling set of 3 twin 6 year old girls, and a 9 year old boy and a 1 month old baby boy and 15 year old fosters. They describe themselves as a home full of love with a crazy/genuine family atmosphere. They value experiences and creating positive memories with each other as a priority. Being able to do what they feel they were born to do keeps them going and their home and hearts open. They feel complete right now with a full house and lots of activities going on. Ginger and Lisa are married and have fostered for almost 3 years now. During this time, they have endured some devastating losses but describe their experience like this: When they hear the laughing or consoling or random “Hey Momma G, I love you”, they are reminded exactly why they do this and that every bit of it is worth it if just one child can feel and know they matter and are loved unconditionally.

Dare to Dream:
Located in 64111
“S” is a 20 year old male. Goals he wishes to work towards include finances, budgeting, and social skills.  In a mentor, S would like someone who loves to talk, likes to go to the library and McDonalds. Someone who likes TV shows, drama, and anything entertaining. He would like someone who would enjoy going to baseball and hockey games. He would like someone who enjoys going out and doing things, but also enjoys just hanging out or doing things in the community, and just chilling.

Located in 64111
“D” is a 17 year old. He likes to cook and is currently working with Build Trybe learning landscaping and he is really enjoying it. D’s goals are to get his driver’s license, a job and his own apartment. An ideal job for D would be something working with his hands. He would like a mentor that is willing to help him with these goals, be supportive and someone that is funny.

Located in 64111
“C” is a 20 year old male close to aging out of foster care. He likes working with his hands and staying busy. C is interested in a mentor helping him achieve his goals of living independently and with money management/ budgeting.

Located in 64133
“R” is an 18 year old male a transitional living program and wants to become an independent adult.  He enjoys working out and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. R would like to live on his own. In a mentor, he would like someone who would be willing to walk alongside him and encourage him to continue working his next steps to be where he wants to be.

Located in 64701
“D” is a 13 year old female. She was moved from inner city to rural area. She is struggling with being different in a mostly Caucasian community. She wants to do Step which is like dance. For fun she likes shopping, eating, talking to people. She likes to shop for shoes, food, clothes and jewelry. She likes to get her hair and her nails and toes done. D’s identified career choice is nursing. She would like a female mentor that is African American and someone cool and who also likes shopping, getting hair and nails done. 

Located in 64133
“A” is a 15 year old female. She loves singing and dancing around in the car. She is funny and will brighten your day. Some goals that A has shared is that she would like to get a job so she can make some of her own money. She is not completely sure what goals she would like to accomplish yet. Healthy relationships are something she could benefit from. She has been working on building her manners (please, thank you, excuse me). Learning boundaries would be beneficial as well. A has expressed interest in being a lawyer or being a surgeon. A would appreciate a mentor who provides quality one on one time with her. She would enjoy going to do activities and going out to eat when possible. She needs somebody who is consistent, patient, and will show her she cares.

Located in 64055
“D” is 16 years old. He enjoys food, football, basketball and helping others. He aspires to become a professional basketball player and attend college. D would like to spend time with a mentor playing football and basketball. He would like help with being more involved in sports, and going to games. He would like to learn more about jobs and things he can do for a career in sports when he is older. He is interested in having someone to hang out with and help him with his needs and interests every month.

Located in 64133
“D” is an 18 year old female who wishes to be independent. D is struggling with certain aspects of her life and feels stability will help her. D wants to graduate high school and get her driver’s license and a car as soon as she can. D is looking into several career options and schooling after high school. She wants to explore different paths to see which ones are a good fit for her. D has mentioned manual labor jobs like welding and different things. D also has a major interest in art and crafts and making things herself. D is needing help being more independent and responsible. She is wanting someone to help her with basic things like opening a bank account, getting her driver’s license, helping with homework, helping with transportation to and from her job, emotionally supporting her decisions while also trying to steer her in the right direction. D wants someone to show her how to make her own doctor’s appointments, go to the grocery store, and more.

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