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Children in Metro DC Area

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The Washington DC Metropolitan Area Wednesday's Child program is part of a unique public-private partnership between the Freddie Mac Foundation, NBC4 and the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments.

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Visit the Wednesday's Child page on the NBC4 website and click on the child's picture to watch the feature.

Interested in Adopting a Wednesday's Child?
1) Click on Interest Form at the top of any page.
2) Fill out the online form.
3) Submit the form.
4) Visit our Resources page for answers to many questions pertaining to adopting a child through the Wednesday's Child program.

Air Days and Times
Wednesday's Child airs in the Washington, DC metropolitan area on WNBC4 with news anchor Barbara Harrison:

Wednesdays on News4 @ 5 pm
Thursdays on News4 @ 11 am
Sundays on News4 @ 9 am

To learn more about adopting Washington, DC Metropolitan area children, visit these sites:
Maryland Adoption Resource Exchange
Virginia Department of Social Services
Washington, DC Child and Family Services

Anthony

Anyone simply looking at these boys can tell that they have a strong brotherly bond.

  • May 1997
  • 12
  • African American
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Dequan

Anyone simply looking at these boys can tell that they have a strong brotherly bond.

  • Dec 1998
  • 10
  • African American
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Davon

Davon is a robust and energetic young male. During his ?down? time, he is a sweet natured child and is at his best in one-on-one situations with adults.

  • Apr 1993
  • 16
  • African American

Brandon

Brandon is a bright and confident young man. He is able to express his feelings about his current situation being in foster care and is ready to move forward in finding an adoptive family.

  • Sep 1994
  • 14
  • African American

Montez

Montez is a very intelligent young man with a creative edge. He enjoys reading, writing and reciting poetry - as Montez feels that poems help him to express himself.

  • Nov 1993
  • 15
  • African American
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Dominique

Dominique is a very bright teenager who has a lot on his mind. He enjoys getting into conversations about various topics and sharing his thoughts with others.

  • Feb 1993
  • 16
  • African American
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Devon

Devon is a 15 year-old male with a slim build. He is very outgoing and enjoys learning new things. He enjoys playing sports, as he is very energetic.

  • May 1994
  • 15
  • Caucasian

Tony P.

Tony is a friendly and likable child who enjoys helping others. Tony can be pretty verbal about certain topics, which is a good strength because it allows him to express his thoughts and feelings.

  • Jan 1996
  • 13
  • Hispanic

Tony

Tony, through all of the adversities of his life, is a very compassionate young man with a wonderful and adventurous spirit.

  • Jan 1996
  • 13
  • African American

Jenisfer

Jenisfer is a fifteen year old special needs child who has been in care since March 2005. Jenisfer is currently placed in a therapeutic program that specializes in kids with disabilities.

  • Mar 1993
  • 16
  • Hispanic

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