Face Of Hope

     Harry, 15, is a polite, well-mannered, bright teenager with a wonderful smile.  Engaging and articulate, he is described by a previous caretaker as a young man with "a good heart, who inspires people with his ability to radiate love, in spite of his difficult childhood."  He has an eagerness and tenacity to succeed in whatever he does."  Harry has a great sense of humor and loves to laugh.

     Endowed with a natural athletic ability, Harry displays a keen sense of competition on the basketball court, the football field and track and field events.  When not playing sports, he enjoys spending time outside with his friends, watching comedies, and reading mystery and horror novels.  

     Harry is enrolled in the 10th grade in a regular classroom and does very well academically.  English is his favorite subject.  After high school, he wants to attend college to study law.  While in college, he wants to play football and then go on to play in the NFL.  If he can't have a career in football, he would like to be a sports lawyer.

     Harry has experienced many losses and separations and yearn to be adopted.  He dreams of having a loving, patient and understanding "forever" family.  Although ideally he would be the only child in the family, he wouldn't mind being the older brother since he feels he would be a good mentor to younger children.  An animal lover, he would be delighted if the family has pets.  This teenager has much to offer the family that welcomes him into their home.  Harry is close to his older brother and it is important that they remain in contact.  He is eligible for financial subsidy.

     Please contact the National Adoption Center, 1500 Walnut Street, Suite 701, Philadelphia, PA 19102 if you would like more information about adopting children out of the foster care system.  Call today for a free packet of information, 215-735-9988 or visit the website at www.adopt.org.