Adopted by Design

End of April Ethiopia Referrals

The Ethiopia program is excited to announce 8 children were referred in April!  Below is a list of these children and the DTE dates of the families.  Please keep in mind some of these referrals may be sibling sets, children with special needs, or older children.

Age and Gender of Child	DTE Date
1 Female infant	10/8/2010
1 Male infant	11/5/2010
1 Male toddler	4/13/2012
2 Females 4-7 years	4/13/2012, 5/11/2012
1 Male 4-7 years	5/11/2012
1 Female 8-12 years	5/4/2012
1 Female 13-15 years	5/11/2012

Infant age range: Approximately 0-18 months

Toddler age range: Approximately 19-47 months

Due to the recent trends of received referrals the wait time for female and male children is 18-24 months from DTE.  This trend is based on recent history, but is subject to change.  While all families are currently receiving referrals within these timeframes, the overall trend is that the wait time is increasing. 

Join us in praising God for these referrals! 

End of March Ethiopia Referrals

The Ethiopia program is excited to announce 13 children were referred in March!  Below is a list of these children and the DTE dates of the families.  Please keep in mind some of these referrals may be sibling sets, children with special needs, or older children.

Age and Gender of Child	DTE Date
3 Female infants	9/17/2010, 9/17/2012, 9/24/2010
2 Male infants	10/8/2010, 11/5/2010
2 Males 4-7 years	7/22/2011, 8/19/2011
3 Males 8-12 years	3/16/2012, 4/6/2012, 7/22/2011
2 Females 13-15 years	2/24/2012, paper-chasing
1 Male 13-15 years	2/24/2012

Infant age range: Approximately 0-18 months

Toddler age range: Approximately 19-47 months

The wait time for families requesting male or female children is now 18-24 months from DTE.  This is a change from the wait time shared in our last blog post.  The current wait time is based on recent history and is subject to change.

The length of time it is currently taking for children to receive their necessary clearances is the main cause of the increasing wait times.  If clearances for children continue to be processed at the current rate, wait times could increase again in the future.  We will continue to keep families up to date on the wait time and referrals issued each month.

We are excited for the children who were referred in March and will soon be with their forever families.  Thank you for your continued prayers for these children and the country of Ethiopia.

2011 Agency Annual Report

America World's 2011 Agency Annual Report is now available to view and download online!

In our continued effort to be 100% transparent with prospective adoptive parents, our clients and our investors, America World staff members have compiled reviews and updates of this past year's progress and changes for all of our various Country Programs.  A condensed, physical version will also be available in another couple of weeks and can be mailed to you upon request.

Our agency's 2011 Audited Financial Statement will also be posted to the Agency Reports page within the next month, so feel free to check back soon.

Thank you for your support of America World Adoption and our mission to build God's kingdom through His design of adoption!  We covet your continued prayers for a clear understanding of the Lord's sovereign direction of our agency.  We are honored to serve your family and the orphans of the world in 2012!

In Him,

Jason West, Director of Development

End of November Ethiopia Referrals

The Ethiopia program is excited to announce 5 children were referred in November!  Below is a list of these children and the DTE dates of the families.  Please keep in mind some of these referrals may be sibling sets, children with special needs, or older children.

Age and Gender of Child	DTE Date
2 Female Infants	8/13/2010, 8/20/2010
1 Male Infant	10/8/2010
1 Male Toddler	10/1/2010
1 Males 8-12 years	Paperchasing

Infant age range: Approximately 0-18 months

Toddler age range: Approximately 19-47 months

Due to the recent trends of received referrals, the wait time for males is 10-16 months and the wait time for females is 11-18 months.  While all families are currently receiving referrals within these timeframes, the overall trend is that the wait time is increasing.  America World will continue to keep families up to date on any potential changes to the wait time.

Please join us in praising God for these referrals and continuing to pray for the Ethiopia program!

End of October Ethiopia Referrals

The Ethiopia program is excited to announce 7 children were referred in October!  Below is a list of these children and the DTE dates of the families.  Please keep in mind some of these referrals may be sibling sets, children with special needs, or older children.

Age and Gender of Child	DTE Date
1 Male Infant	9/17/2010
1 Male Toddler	11/4/2011
1 Female 4-7 years	10/14/2011
2 Males 4-7 years	7/22/2011, 8/12/2011
2 Males 8-12 years	7/30/2011, 11/4/2011

Infant age range: Approximately 0-18 months

Toddler age range: Approximately 19-47 months

Due to the recent trends of received referrals, the wait time for males is 10-16 months, while the wait time for females is 11-18 months.  This trend is based on recent history, but is subject to change.

We thank God for the blessings of these referrals!

End of August Ethiopia Referrals

The Ethiopia program is excited to announce 17 children were referred in August!  Below is a list of these children and the DTE dates of the families.  Please keep in mind some of these referrals may be sibling sets, children with special needs, or older children.

Age and Gender of Child	DTE Date
1 Female Infant	6/18/2010
1 Female Toddler	4/1/2011
1 Male Infant	9/3/2010
1 Male Toddler	12/10/2010
4 Females 4-7 years	11/19/2010, 7/22/2011, Paperchasing, Paperchasing
6 Males 4-7 years	4/1/2011, 5/27/2011, 5/27/2011, 6/24/2011, Paperchasing, Paperchasing
2 Females 8-12 years	11/19/2010, Paperchasing
1 Male 8-12 years	Paperchasing

Infant age range: Approximately 0-18 months

Toddler age range: Approximately 19-47 months

Due to the recent trends of received referrals the wait time for males is 10-16 months, while the wait time for females is 11-18 months.  This trend is based on recent history, but is subject to change.

Please join us in thanking God for these referrals and continuing to pray for the Ethiopia program!

End of July Ethiopia Referrals

The Ethiopia program is excited to announce 7 referrals were issued the last two weeks of July!  Below is a list of these children and the DTE dates of the families.  Please keep in mind some of these referrals may be sibling sets, children with special needs, or waiting children.

Age and Gender of Child	DTE Date
2 Male Infants	9/3/2010, 11/24/2010
1 Male Toddler	6/10/2011
1 Female 4-7 years	7/29/2011
2 Males 4-7 years	12/24/2010, 7/22/2011
1 Male 8-12 years	7/29/2011

Infant age range: Approximately 0-18 months

Toddler age range: Approximately 19-47 months

Due to the recent trends of received referrals the wait time for males is 10-16 months, while the wait time for females is 11-18 months.  This trend is based on recent history, but is subject to change.

We thank God for the blessings of these referrals!

Are one of these children waiting for you?

Thank you for joining America World in committing these children to prayer during the month of July.  We trust that God will move through our prayers on their behalf and we are eager to see all He will accomplish through our united prayers!

Jacob is a healthy boy from Ethiopia in need of a forever family.  He recently visited the U.S. for a month through the hosting program, and he is estimated to be about 10-11 years old.  Jacob is a good student and interacts well with other children.  He is very explorative and loves doing puzzles, playing hide & seek, and running around outside.  The nannies say that he is polite and gentle, and he is learning to say basic words in English.

Alex is a charming 12 year old boy who likes to play piano and guitar, enjoys break-dancing, playing soccer, fencing and gymnastics. He is sociable, curious and cheerful.  He is a good student that enjoys studying science. He is healthy with no known physical/medical issues. He is orphaned because he does not have a family to take care of him and will soon be too old to be adopted. He needs a forever family SOON so he can have a better chance for a positive future.

Benjamin is a sweet 2.5 year old boy who likes to play, and to especially play with blocks.  He has a vision condition, mental developmental delays and higher muscle tension. He is very close to his caretaker and is described as having a lively spirit.

Please join us this month in praying for Jacob, Alex and Benjamin.  Please pray for their development and health, for their nannies/caretakers, and for a family to come forward for their adoptions. 

“And this is the confidence that we have in Him, that, if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us: And if we know that He hears us, whatever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we desired of Him.” 1 John 5:14-15

*Names changed for identity protection. Click on the child's name for more information on the Waiting Children Program.

June and Early July Ethiopia Referrals

The Ethiopia program is excited to announce 8 referrals were issued in June and the beginning of July!  Below is a list of these children and the DTE dates of the families.  Please keep in mind some of these referrals may be sibling sets, children with special needs, or waiting children.

Age and Gender of Child	DTE Date
3 Male Infants	8/6/2010, 9/3/2010, 9/3/2010
1 Male Toddler	11/5/2010
3 Females 4-7 years	11/5/2010, 1/28/2011, Paperchasing
1 Male 4-7 years	Paperchasing

Infant age range: Approximately 0-18 months

Toddler age range: Approximately 19-47 months

Based on recent trends, the approximate wait time for an infant male is now 10-16 months, and the wait time for a female infant is 11-18 months.  This trend is based on recent history and is subject to change.

Please join us in praising God for these referrals!  Thank you for your continued prayers for the country of Ethiopia during this time.

Is there a child waiting for you?

Thank you for joining America World in committing these children to prayer during the month of June.  We trust that God will move through our prayers on their behalf and we are eager to see all He will accomplish through our united prayers! 

Maria* is an 8 year old girl who loves to play with toys and interact with other children.  She has not been allowed to attend school because she first needs corrective surgery on her hands.  She has congenital fingers anomaly and has had surgery to repair a cleft lip and palate.  She is a smart girl with a positive attitude, but desperately needs a family to step forward and provide a loving, caring, and godly home to her.  As with so many children just like her, she deserves an opportunity to go to school with other children her age and learn about the world in which she lives.  

Lawrence* is 6 year old boy who is HIV positive.  He loves meeting new people and has a lot of friends.  His teachers say that he enjoys telling stories, drawing pictures, and helping other students in class.  He is an active little boy; loves playing football and games with toy cars and trucks.  Please join us in praying that a family would come forward to adopt Lawrence, and also for him as he waits for a mom and dad.

Janelle* is a 20 month old little girl who loves music and being outside. She likes being held and teased by her caretakers.  Janelle has a repaired hernia, hydrocephalus, dysplasia of brain and spina bifida.  She is learning to walk and is described as a happy girl, who has a ready smile and likes to laugh out loud. 

Please join us this month in praying for Maria, Lawrence and Janelle.  Please pray for their development and health, for their nannies/caretakers, and for a family to come forward for their adoptions. 

“And this is the confidence that we have in Him, that, if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us: And if we know that He hears us, whatever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we desired of Him.” 1 John 5:14-15

*Names changed for identity protection. Click on the child's name for more information on the Waiting Children Program.