Category: South Texas Kids for Adoption

Allisson is a friendly and sweet 13-year-old. She has a cheerful demeanor and enjoys the company of friends and those she cares about the most around her, as such she enjoys being part of social settings allowing her to interact with others.
Allisson enjoys having home cooked meals, as she sees this as a sign of love and care due to her feeling the meal was prepared specifically for her. Allisson enjoys cheerleading and performing at school activities. She especially enjoys attending pep rallies at school as it allows for her to showcase her school pride and cheer with her fellow friends and classmates. Allisson loves all subjects in school and enjoys attending her classes, currently her favorite class is PE, as she enjoys being physically active.
Allisson loves being the center of attention as evident by her love for dancing, cheerleading, and wanting to socialize with others.  At her current placement, there are several dogs, and she loves them very much, as evident by the way she plays and interacts with them, she also really enjoys going to the beach.
Allisson loves watching Disney movies and shows, as she loves seeing happy fairytale endings come true…. She believes there is a family who will adopt & love her, as her forever family…
If you think you could be a forever family for Gabriella or another Texas child, please call 1-800-233-3405 for more information or visit www.adoptchildren.org where you can find a schedule of online public information meetings, and learn about the foster/adoption program.
You can also view the www.heartgallerystx.org website, where South Texas children have their portraits along with individual personal stories they wish to share, with their future forever family.

ifteen-year-old Isabel, who prefers to be called Bella, is a very generous, kindhearted and happy child.
Her energy level is unmatched, as she is always up for something fun! At a first meeting she may come off as shy, but she is social and talkative once she gets to know someone.
Bella is an outgoing youth who is friendly and sweet and gets along well with other children. She is an active child who likes to be engaged in different activities throughout the day.
Bella enjoys using her tablet and watching music videos and movies. She also likes to draw and paint; her favorite artistic media is watercolors. Bella also enjoys reading and writing, her favorite books are the Harry Potter series. She recently developed a passion for singing and has joined the choir through the school district. Her favorite foods include sushi, hamburgers, and pizza.
In her own words … “I am ready for a beautiful adventure”!
If you think you could be a forever family for Isabel or another Texas child, please call 1-800-233-3405 for more information or visit www.adoptchildren.org where you can find a schedule of online public information meetings, and learn about the foster/adoption program.
You can also view the www.heartgallerystx.org website, where South Texas children have their portraits along with individual personal stories they wish to share, with their future forever family.

Estrella tends to take on a leadership role amongst her peers and leading the way to get things done. But she is not all business though, as she is very sociable and likes to laugh and play with others.
Estrella’s favorite restaurants are Chuck E. Cheese and Peter Piper Pizza, and her favorite food is pizza.
Estrella takes personal pride in her appearance and likes getting her hair and nails done.
She is both artistic and creative and enjoys making arts and crafts, scrapbooking and drawing. With those skills and talents, she is considering a career as an artist when she grows up.
At school she is on the A honor role. She is also involved in track and choir.
When outside she enjoys a variety of activities such as riding her bicycle, swimming and playing outside at the park. Inside she loves watching Disney movies, cartoons, and educational children’s television shows. Her favorite type of movies and games are Disney Princess related. Estrella’s favorite movies include Frozen and Cinderella.
Estrella’s forever family will be one that is loving and affectionate. Her family will offer her a safe and loving home environment where she will feel secure and loved. Her family will provide her with unconditional love, and emotional support.
In her own words … “Hello! I am Estrella! I am 10 and looking forward to finding a forever family! I may be shy and quiet, but I am a whole lot of fun once you get to know me. I am smart, happy, funny, and have a lot of energy. I really enjoy choir.”
If you think you could be a forever family for Estella or another Texas child, please call 1-800-233-3405 for more information or visit www.adoptchildren.org where you can find a schedule of online public information meetings, and learn about the foster/adoption program.
You can also view the www.heartgallerystx.org website, where South Texas children have their portraits along with individual personal stories they wish to share, with their future forever family.

Severo is an active child with a big imagination, who is friendly and likes playing with his toys and peers.
Severo likes Mario Brothers characters and games, along with his collection of the Mario Brothers toys. He is also a fan of superheroes movies and action figures. For Halloween he is thinking about dressing up like a superhero.
Severo is currently not in any school activities at school but enjoys being active.
Severo is not sure what he wants to do when he grows up, but has a big imagination, so the sky’s the limit on his possibilities, with the guidance of his future forever family, encouraging him along the way, as he grows to reach his full potential.
Severo enjoys eating out, going to the movies, going to stores, and collecting replicas of his favorite characters. A fun fact about Severo, one of his favorite foods is “Hot Pockets”.
Severo does not have any pets at home but likes animals, as he enjoys playing with dogs and cats.
If you think you could be a forever family for Severo or another Texas child, please call 1-800-233-3405 for more information or visit www.adoptchildren.org where you can find a schedule of online public information meetings, and learn about the foster/adoption program.
You can also view the www.heartgallerystx.org website, where South Texas children have their portraits along with individual personal stories they wish to share, with their future forever family.

Paul can be a little shy when he first meets someone new, but is talkative once he is comfortable with you.
Paul will be a great addition to a family as he can bring them love and joy, as he likes to make jokes making people laugh with him.
Paul enjoys spending his summers participating in programs at the Boys and Girls Club. He is currently in his church’s youth group and is looking forward to going on a summer retreat with the church.
He loves to go to school and enjoys learning. His current favorite subject is science … for his other favorites, it’s the color green and playing video games. Paul currently plays the PS4 but also enjoys computer games like Fortnite and Roblox.
Paul loves to go to church on Sunday and enjoys eating pizza and McDonald’s, however he is willing to try new foods to expand his pallet
Paul will benefit from a two-parent home with the upport system he deservees.
If you think you could be a forever family for Paul or another Texas child, please call 1-800-233-3405 or visit www.adoptchildren.org where you can find online public information meetings, and learn foster/adoptioncg.
Check out www.heartgallerystx.org to see South Texas children waiting for their forever famlies along with portraits and personal stories they wish to share.

Alijah is a very energetic 10-year-old who likes to constantly be engaged in something whether it is drawing, coloring, or playing with his toys.
When it comes to school, he enjoys learning and likes homework time, and is proud of what he has learned.
He really likes school, as it gives him a chance to interact with his peers and participate in sports, especially basketball and football.
As to his future education, Alijah is still young and does not have any specific career goals at the moment, but knows he wants to attend college. Currently, he likes to make YouTube videos as a hobby.
Alijah likes dogs and wishes that one day he can own a dog of his own. He really likes listening to music and playing his maracas along to the tunes. When asked about favorite meals, he says its Church’s Chicken.
For his future forever family – Alijah says he would like to be adopted by a two parent household, with a mom and dad “who will love him forever”.
If you think you could be a forever family for Alijah or another Texas child, please call 1-800-233-3405 for more information or visit www.adoptchildren.org where you can find a schedule of online public information meetings. You can also view the www.heartgallerystx.org website, where South Texas children have their portraits along with individual personal stories they wish to share, with their future forever family.

This little guy has a big imagination, and he’s already planning on how he’s going to dress up for Halloween…Severo the Superhero! If you think you might be the family that is meant to welcome him into your home and into your hearts, contact the Heart Gallery of South Texas today.

10-year-old Severo is an active child with a big imagination, who is friendly and likes playing with his toys and peers.
Severo likes Mario Brothers characters and games, along with his collection of the Mario Brothers toys. He is also a fan of superhero movies and action figures. For Halloween he is thinking about dressing up like a superhero.
Severo is not sure what he wants to do when he grows up, but has a big imagination, so the sky’s the limit on his possibilities, with the guidance of his future forever family, encouraging him along the way, as he grows to reach his full potential.
Severo enjoys eating out, going to the movies, going to stores, and collecting replicas of his favorite characters. A fun fact about Severo, one of his favorite foods is “Hot Pockets”.
Severo does not have any pets at home but likes animals, as he enjoys playing with dogs and cats.
If you think you could be a forever family for Severo or another Texas child, please call 1-800-233-3405 for more information or visit www.adoptchildren.org where you can find a schedule of online public information meetings, and learn about the foster/adoption program. You can also view the www.heartgallerystx.org website, where South Texas children have their portraits along with individual personal stories they wish to share, with their future forever family.

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Justin is an intelligent, engaging teen who enjoys reading books and playing all sorts of video & board games. He’s always seen with a smile on his face, as he enjoys making others laugh.
Justin enjoys going to school and his plans are to attend college here in Texas, to study and obtain a degree in music. His favorite artists are Taylor Swift and Rihanna.
When it comes to fun or an ideal outdoor trip, it’s an amusement park, or a go-cart race track…. When out and about – for a quick meal, one of his favorites is Chick-Fil-A,
Justin says he would like to be a part of a forever family where he can have siblings and a two-parent household. And if possible, a pet dog.
If you think you could be a forever family for Justin or another Texas child, please call 1-800-233-3405 for more information or visit www.adoptchildren.org where you can find a schedule of online public information meetings, and learn about the foster/adoption program.
You can also view the www.heartgallerystx.org website, where South Texas children have their portraits along with individual personal stories they wish to share, with their future forever family.

Meet Michelle…
Michelle is a kind and happy 16-year-old who enjoys the Harry Potter movie series, with Draco Malfoy being her favorite character. She is a big fan of board games, especially UNO.

It’s easy to engage in a conversation with Michelle as loves to chat and loves to learn.
Her favorite color is blue, and in her free time, she likes watching TV, listening to music, and spending time with others. Michelle is also a big foodie. She is adventurous when it comes to food and loves trying new dishes, but fries and McDonald’s are still among her top favorites.
Michelle would benefit from a loving family, who will love and care for her, and be a part of growth as a young adult. She would also love to have sibling of any age.

Michelle always has a smile on her face and enjoys spending time playing with others.
As of now she plans to attend college and pursue a career as a caseworker “to help families and children in need.”

If you think you could be a forever family for Michelle or another Texas child, call 1-800-233-3405. For more information visit www.adoptchildren.org where you can find a schedule of online public information meetings, and learn about the foster/adoption program.

You can also view the www.heartgallerystx.org website, where South Texas children have their portraits along with individual personal stories they wish to share.

Jesus is a sweet, caring, and energetic teenager who enjoys school and is always eager to learn, he is particularly fascinated by learning how things work.
While he enjoys playing video games, basketball, football and track, his true passion is baseball. Jesus is inspired by both professional athletes and his peers and is determined to learn and improve his skills.
Some fun facts about Jesus, he likes cheese pizza and would like to be a professional baseball player.
Jesus has a dream of a mother & father for parents, and multiple siblings, so he can create and share adventures with them all together as a family.
In his own words what Jesus would like his future forever family to know about him, “Hi! My name is Jesus, and I love to play video games, but I really want to play baseball”.
If you think you could be a forever family for Jesus or another Texas child, call 1-800-233-3405. For more information visit www.adoptchildren.org where you can find a schedule of online public information meetings, and learn about the foster/adoption program.
You can also view the www.heartgallerystx.org website, where South Texas children have their portraits along with individual personal stories they wish to share, with their future forever family.
Basic Adoption Requirements
The prospective foster/adoptive parents may be single or married and must:
be at least 21 years of age, financially stable, and responsible mature adults
complete an application (staff will assist you if you prefer)
share information regarding their background and lifestyle
provide relative and non-relative references
show proof of marriage and/or divorce (if applicable)
agree to a home study which includes visits with all household members
allow staff to complete a criminal history background check and an abuse/neglect check on all adults in the household
attend free training to learn about issues of abused and neglected children