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The Philadelphia Wednesday's Child program is part of a unique public-private partnership between the Freddie Mac Foundation, NBC10, and the National Adoption Center (NAC).

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Visit the Wednesday's Child page on the NBC 10 website, click on a child's name, then click on the photo.

Interested in adopting a Wednesday's Child?
1) Click on Interest Form at the top of any page.
2) Fill out an online form.
3) Submit the form.

Air Days and Times
Wednesday's Child airs in Philadelphia on NBC10 with news anchor Vai Sikahema.

Wednesdays between 5 and 6 PM
Saturdays between 9 and 10 AM

To learn more about adopting Philadelphia children, visit these sites:
Adoption Center of Delaware Valley

National Adoption Center

For more information on a child, click on his or her name.

Shaquan

Shaquan is an amazing young lady. While shy when she meets new people, Shaquan can be a great conversationalist once she opens up.

  • Mar 1994
  • 15
  • African American

Kemmo

Kemmo is a teen who enjoys everything about football. When he grows up, he dreams of becoming a professional football player. His favorite players are Brian Westbrook and Reggie Bush.

  • Mar 1995
  • 14
  • African American

Zhade

Zhade is a beautiful young teen with many goals for her future. When she grows up, she would like to become either a professional singer, model/fashion designer, or a veterinarian.

  • Jul 1993
  • 16
  • African American

Tahjeria

Meet Tahjeria. This beautiful teen has a passion for success. In the future, she would like have a career in nursing or education.

  • Dec 1995
  • 13
  • African American

Jay

Engaging, creative and inquisitive, young Jay has a lot of energy to exert. Jay is very talkative and is both friendly and polite.

  • Dec 1997
  • 11
  • African American

Jawan

Jawan is a very inquisitive youngster who enjoys reading Harry Potter books and writing short stories.

  • Jul 1998
  • 11
  • African American

Jaquices

"Jay," as his friends call him, is an active and personable teenager who enjoys gym and playing sports.

  • Jan 1992
  • 17
  • African American

Tyshawn

Don't let Tyshawn's quiet nature fool you; he is very much a "people person" who loves to interact! He gets along well with his peers and is a big help to his foster mom around the house.

  • May 1992
  • 17
  • African American

Audrey

Initially reserved, Audrey can be polite and responds well to one-on-one attention. She has had some behavioral challenges due to issues of abandonment, separation and loss.

  • Jun 1992
  • 17
  • African American

Danielle

Danielle represents a fine example of resilience, as this teen has endured some traumatic experiences in her life.

  • Jul 1992
  • 17
  • African American

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