'I've always wanted to get adopted': Meet Wednesday's Child, 13-year-old Levi

Levi, 13, is searching for his forever family.

[@britzel71]

I can't stand this! No child should have to beg for love or safety!!! This child is so beautiful

[@gregorjerman973]

Poor Parentage decision makes a child's life miserable

[@shadegat3996]

@@gregorjerman973 And a poorly run state

[@hoagymapleton2206]

💯 percent

[@KBratcher11]

@@shadegat3996 That's the entire problem today though. It should never be the state's job to take care of a child. Two people chose to bring that boy into this world, it's THEIR responsibility.

[@BosisofSweden]

@@KBratcher11 I think that you are wrong. Yes, parents are responsible but when they fail the society are responsible to help their children - THAT is what societies is about - solidarity. How come you have a system where kids are bouncing around like that??? They are treated worse than prisoners.

[@kb74499]

I grew up in foster care and didn’t see my sister for years as well. My heart goes out to him. He deserves a loving home.

[@brisingarinstaridavis7084]

Same

[@eliassanchez1112]

Gotta love him though those children who are in foster care need the love and support to help them have a wonderful childhood to be happy with its sad to see what foster children are going through these days now

[@mo_bra3340]

Everyone deserves a home with love and support! It's SO sad how many folks don't receive that!!! 💔

[@cheaptshirt]

Former foster care kid too. I totally understand.

[@positivelybeautiful1]

To be a teen, and to show this emotional maturity for this stage of development is assuring. Whoever can adopt him, will be be blessed too.

[@nicholassweazey987]

any family will be blessed by Levi 🥰

[@Greenpoloboy3]

Personally I think anyone who loves and cares for cats and dogs is a gentle precious soul. This boy is special! Wish him every happiness!!

[@miscellaneousinterests]

Levi is turning 17 next month. I don’t know how the algorithm got me here but I wish him well. I hope you’re thriving with your forever family, Levi!

[@zenmeister451]

How in the world has no one chosen this child for adoption? I'd take him in a heartbeat if I wasn't 75 years old. C'mon folks, step up!

[@nostalgiaontheairmichaelch9932]

I agree but it's usually all about money. It costs nearly $30,000 to adopt here.

[@zenmeister451]

@@nostalgiaontheairmichaelch9932 That's outrageous! Since when should a child's life/future have a price tag attached. I find this so disgusting!I'd like to know just how this money is allocated...

[@nostalgiaontheairmichaelch9932]

@@zenmeister451 I agree but that's just the way it is.

[@zenmeister451]

@@nostalgiaontheairmichaelch9932 SUX!

[@FallacyAsPraxis]

Its not so easy. First of all, its tough to get past the workers who run the foster care system. Many do not return phone calls or emails when you inquire about the kids. And some won't consider you as a potential parent unless you look a certain way or fit a certain WOKE profile. Ask me how I know. Adopting isn't easy, but they make it a whole lot more complicated than it should be. The kids walking across the Mexican border are given a much higher priority than the American ones in the foster care system.

[@morgan1894]

Very grateful that I am getting closer to my degree and can start foster care/adoption! I would love to take all of these kids in and give them the love and care they deserve!

[@joalexsg9741]

Blessed heart!

[@jameswalker7313]

Levi is now with his forever family...and I for one could not be happier for all concerned

[@Tricia1869]

I'm crying. Praise Jesus forever and ever. This is such wonderful news, I've had this young man in my prayers.

[@Blue_berry1111]

Thanks for the update!

[@2020girlygirl]

❤❤❤

[@Ron-zi3cg]

Hey James: I hope he's enjoyin his new family, he seems like a sweet kid.

[@michaelbehrens3167]

Thanks for the update James. Just saw this post today. Glad he found his home.

[@terrym5023]

Please give an update that this amazing kid is with a loving forever family 😌

[@mgeek1]

It should be a crime to separate siblings. I just don't understand why this happens.

[@c.a.greene8395]

Mostly because people shop for children they way they shop for a family pet....which you and I both know is wrong. I lived in foster care, I know how hard it is....

[@whythehelldoineedahandle]

@@c.a.greene8395 oh how did the other kids treat you there?

[@c.a.greene8395]

@@whythehelldoineedahandle unfortunately i ran away at 12 and a half, lucky to be alive today...many of the kids I was living on the streets of North America are not so lucky

[@The1morningstar]

You are absolutely right. This shouldn't be allowed to happen. So sad.

[@pretendtheresaname9213]

Disagree. Are you going to keep siblings together, stop them from being separated so they can be kicked out of the foster care together? Beautiful sentiment but that won't be a happy experience. If at least one of them can have a happy family that shouldn't be stopped. [Edit because no one can read and interpret text anymore, even though I'm the one who learned english as a second language for christ's sake]

[@celticstar5049]

What an intelligent and beautiful young man. I hope he finds his forever family soon ❤️

[@wildbill23c]

Ugg, how sad. If it weren't for the hurdles to jump through I'd take him home in a heartbeat. Poor kid needs someone to love him, give him a forever home, and go out to the park and have fun. Ooooh and he loves dogs hmm, maybe he is my long lost son I've never had. Just wish I was in a better financial situation to be able to adopt, because I'd love to.

[@jameswalker7313]

There are so many children in care...and none have done anything wrong. They are merely victims of circumstance, and each and everyone of them deserves a happy, secure, and content life, home and family. I too would take him in a heartbeat...a finer young man one could not meet...and he deserves a chance....so what can we all do to help ?

[@Friendlyneighborhoodguy]

13 Levi needs a better childhood

[@throttle4593]

We have adopted in addition to our birth children, and it's such a wonderful experience for all involved. Unfortunately it is quite expensive and there are a lot of hoops to jump through. It seems things could be better in this area, so we could help these children more easily.

[@lavenderblues777]

Same here. I don't understand why they make the adoption process so difficult and expensive!

[@MBGolfer]

​@throttle4593 Agreed. Going through the process is an absolute nightmare. They make it very hard to adopt and many people don't want to go through the huge hurdles. Very sad.

[@sofiabravo1994]

He’s so innocent!! His heart so pure despite of not having anything! I’m glad he’s trying to catch up on his childhood! 13 year olds are still babies! Now they are trying to grow up so quickly! Enjoy it!

[@L4DY_N01R]

13 is not babies

[@jameswalker7313]

What a nice young fellow...let us get him a home to call his own

[@Friendlyneighborhoodguy]

I hope that the 13 year old finds a family that can give him a better childhood.

[@mmmmlllljohn]

I can’t watch this as I know it is heart breaking. He is one handsome kid and I hope he get a great family who gives him lots of love and support. ❤️🇨🇦

[@navajoauckland6003]

Lord 🙏 please bless this child with every bit of love and strength

[@sion1677]

The name Levi means joined in harmony 🙂 may this boy soon be joined in harmony with the perfect family ♥️

[@rivkaruthgolan]

Levi means one of the heart from what I know of Hebrew. I could be wrong.

[@frankpaya690]

@@rivkaruthgolan It's from a famous Line of clothing.

[@raa98raa]

@@rivkaruthgolan my son's name is Levi! It means a variety of things but mostly togetherness, unity, joined, ect

[@Hope-fv3kf]

Did he get adopted? My grandchildren are older than this child, my heart aches for children that want to feel loved and a place to belong.

[@Pamelina1111]

This is heartbreaking. He has so much potential. Most of us have no idea what it’s like to be an orphan.

[@KingofgraceSARA]

What a beautiful boy with a beautiful name which means "joined in harmony." It is the name of the Levite tribe of Levitical priests. The Lord shall take care of all his needs and surpass all of his dreams, in the name of Jesus, I pray. I still love the playground at soon to be 39. I love children. They are precious. This child is special.

[@notcosmiclobsternoooo118]

Amen

[@GameChanger597]

AMEN! That's how it's done! We all need to keep praying for him

[@tazboy1934]

Leviani...these tribes are now muslims in turkey and afghanistan...u can see them whirling

[@Illawong]

There is never any sign that "the Lord" does anything. Nothing gets done unless people do it. Some just credit their imaginary friend with what he had nothing to do with.

[@candysmith8724]

Please tell me Levi got adopted😢 I have a son the same age, my heart goes out to this boy.

[@masuganut2082]

I know! We need an update

[@shiks800]

Unfortunately the older they get the more unlikely they will be adopted😭

[@SouthparkAvatarWater]

Unfortunately he isn't 😔

[@joaosimoes1312]

@@SouthparkAvatarWater So sad... :-/

[@mattsia4509]

if only i am rich. i will have him adopted aince i cant have kids.

[@reginabonds2566]

I pray that this sweet boy finds a forever family! Everyone deserves to be loved.

[@paperboy8865]

What a sweet boy. So much chaos in the world & all he wants is to be loved. I pray his wish comes true!❤️

[@JoyJoy-zq6cn]

If I had a house I'd adopt him in a heart beat; I've always wanted to adopt. All my kids are grown.

[@bitcoinboy8069]

Your kids grew up on the streets?

[@JoyJoy-zq6cn]

@@bitcoinboy8069 no they grew up in a small mobile home. However, right now I'm renting a room and can't have children where I am.

[@wildbill23c]

Just haven't a house is only a very tiny fraction of the problems involved in fostering or adopting a child. The background checks, welfare checks, everything they do if only the system dug into the people's backgrounds and lives like this before they were allowed to have kids, maybe these kids wouldn't be in foster care. The problem is many foster families are worse than the families the kids were removed from to begin with, so the system gets to pick and choose without any sort of clue who this kids go with, yet people who'd love to take in kids potentially forever if needed can't because we aren't rich enough and don't fit the perfect person category the system thinks is needed.

[@cmh9932]

How handsome and well-spoken! He will make someone a fine son! Wish I had the money to adopt him.

[@IglooGirl1]

I cant handle watching these segments but i still do. My heart aches so much for these kids. Sending you lots of love & prayers from Canada, Levi! I hope you get a loving family soon.

[@iadiramorales68]

Praying for him 💙💙💙💙

[@cherieadams77]

I pray Levi will find Christian loving family to adopt him In Jesus Name! He is a wonderful young man! Praying all the best for him!!!

[@drewwhitehead7646]

Amen.

[@codynguyen2742]

I almost cry. This kid is so mature and has the temperament of a successful grown up and will go far one day. Hope you find a great family buddy! 💙💜

[@whitetornado603]

Yeah I watched this vid with a drink in me and was pushin back tears

[@Kss5757]

I pray someone adoots him!! He is a wonderful young man💕

[@lanacastalacroix1565]

He's so precious. I love animals too. My 3 cats and I'd love to adopt him but I don't live in the USA... I hope he'll soon find a loving forever home.

[@1_fishin_magician153]

please LORD....help this young man find a family to love him !!

[@jdstep97]

He's such an adorable child, handsome inside and outside. I so hope he's found a loving, forever home.

[@robertvance01]

As precious as this young man is, there is something missing. Why has he been in and out of so many homes. On face value, all of us would like to adopt him.

[@magnificent6668]

Emotional and behavioral issues.

[@georgesutherland9774]

And everyones biological children have no issues? Naturally he will require special care and attention. And don’t forget he is a teenager and we all know that spells trouble😊

[@donnariggs1567]

they need to do a segment on what it takes and what you need to adopt..that information would be so helpful to all these people below!!!

[@2Ryled]

Go to your local foster care and find out. You take classes & go thru interviews and background checks

[@donnariggs1567]

@@2Ryled i AM NOT LOOKING BUT SEEMS THAT IT WOULD BE HELPFUL TI THOSE THAT ARE

[@junbh2]

@@donnariggs1567 For sure it would but I guess it can be hard since the rules are different wherever you live.

[@BMarie774]

What a handsome, mature young man! I hope he finds eternal happiness and can find his forever family.

[@Jbo143]

What a strong young man. I wished I were able to help guide him and foster! 🙏❤️ Jim & Redford in Louisville Kentucky 👋

[@mirandacosmos4141]

You are SO LOVED Levi. So loved, honey. Jesus loves you. Sending love and hugs

[@ryanhuntington9852]

Sunday morning. This is quite heavy. But what a little mensch. He is going to do quite fine in life. Well spoken and thoughtful. But man, sorta breaks your heart.

[@kingalexander2704]

I hope he finds the love he deserves! Have an awesomely happy life Levi!

[@johnbalao9582]

Remember this text: "This boy deserves all the love, compassion, diligent care, and joy that loving parents and family could offer. He is a brilliant young man, and you can see in him the capacity to transcend his present situation if only he is given the chance."

[@himmel2436]

i cried while watching this video. every children has to have loving home with loving parents.

[@MegaBrenda1970]

I wish I could adopt them both!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@tomadalove5852]

We love you Levi...you are a handsome little man & very nice as well..your family is on it's way.

[@mikaylac.6727]

I love you too Levi❤️ I miss you so much bubba❤️❤️

[@TracyH007]

@Mikayla c.. Is this your brother?

[@mikaylac.6727]

@@TracyH007 yes

[@kushsmoke187]

@@mikaylac.6727 Why yall split up

[@karensunshine9120]

Hoping that you and your brother both have a safe, healthy, stable and loving home/family, to call your own. Thinking of you, both.

[@GameChanger597]

@@mikaylac.6727 Please ask your parents to visit him. This breaks my heart for you both

[@CJ-ph6zk]

He is a beautiful young boy. I hope someone sees the potential in this sweet boy.

[@captainhotbunz659]

What a nice young man, I wish I had an extra room I would adopt you right away!!! I hope you get your forever family!!!

[@africareigns]

Siblings should never be separated in the care system. Far too cruel and inhumane.

[@mathildaapril1175]

But not everyone can adopt 2 kids together. I wish they could be adopted together too. But, unfortunately, not everyone can afford to take care 2 grown kids.

[@princesscorvus2636]

@@mathildaapril1175 Then; shouldn't they adopt a single child without silblings instead?

[@princesscorvus2636]

@@mathildaapril1175 Or maybe they could make it a law that they have to assure contact and meetings with the silblings

[@salvadoroars]

@@princesscorvus2636 exactly my thoughts. Like how do these siblings just suddenly stop talking to each other. Like how does that even work? You take in someone as family while trying to let the child forget a sibling?

[@princesscorvus2636]

@@salvadoroars Probably they will use bad excuses like "They need a completely new start and forget their life" or the like. But it's impossible to forget and not necessary to forget your silblings or parents.

[@brydcsd]

I wish Levi all the love and care he deserves. I wish a great, caring and loving family has found him. All children deserves a happy family. ❤ God bless us all.

[@tahcria]

Wishing Levi all the best!

[@GABRIELLA3254]

This is one of the most beautiful boys I have ever seen. He look like an angel 😍, I hope he finds a loving family

[@gooooooootooooooo3825]

You can hear and see the emotional damage in his voice it looks like he has bad anxiety super sad I hope he gets adopted!!

[@dopeboyz8284]

I really like this kid. Was looking to see if there was an update on him. Wish you the best Levi and keep your head up.

[@troublemakerbros4267]

as a child from an orphanage myself and was brought into a loving and caring home... I wish even at 27 I could give a young man like this a home and know I would love him and care for him.. Maybe one day I could give a young man or young woman a loving and caring home to grow in and nurture in like I had instead of foster homes or "group homes"...

[@vinceavery7216]

I am a single man living in a house with my 2 dogs . I would love to adopt an older child . I have no idea what that entails , but I would take him in ... is it hard for single people to adopt a child ?

[@M_SC]

Not hard but you have to be willing to take various parenting classes pass some inspections (they make sure the child has their own room with a door and a bed and stuff and wait for a police check etc. takes time.

[@melaniekeeling7462]

I know more and more single people are fostering and adopting. It's what this old world needs.

[@abhy301]

Please give this boy a forever home, sir 🙏 Bless him

[@prestontran3774]

similar situation but I live 1 state over and am not sure how to get started.

[@abhy301]

@@prestontran3774 817-304-1272 This is the number they're showing in the ad. I think you should call, 💙

[@jaykim9842]

He's full of love. I can see him growing up to be a kind and lovable man. I would totally adopt him and find his sister and keep the communication between them if only I can. I hope he finds his forever home that's also full of love just like how he is.

[@monkeybearmax]

He’s precious! How can he not be adopted.??? If I was in a position to adopt I would be honored to have a child like him. ❤️ I only wish I could.

[@shadegat3996]

It's sad he's gotten to 13 and not been able to settle. Yet he has plenty of love to give and get. He needs the security kids crave and require. I have a few friends who are in Foster Care. They serve a purpose but for most kids' they need a solid family who will give that security they need. They will in turn become stable and settled.

[@johnatx7001]

I truly truly hope he finds a wonderful, loving home that he desrves to have. Best Wishes Levi!!!

[@cynthia_2692]

I wish I was grown so I could adopt him😭😭

[@JessicaDuBois]

I know! My husband was in the Military and our kids are grown up now. I'd take care of any kid, they ALL deserve the best.

[@meow1397]

me too army

[@cynthia_2692]

@@meow1397 :)

[@dandindan]

bts flop

[@meow1397]

@@dandindan whatever

[@josephjayusam-is2496]

He deserve to have home and family . I wish him safety and happiness. Love lots from Philippines.

[@randman-qq6dt]

I know this is old but I’ve adopted four special-needs boys in my lifetime and while it was rewarding in the long run, I can tell you that adopting an older child is not for the faint of heart.

[@cdeprima1209]

I am sure lots of people would want to adopt him! Good luck! :)

[@cheshirescarf2065]

This is so heartbreaking. If he were in the Uk I would love him to be part of my family. Can we have an update ?

[@frankcook4959]

What a handsome boy. Hope he got adopted.

[@LolaClo]

If he were in Canada, I would jump at the chance to adopt him! That smile at the end, I’m balling my eyes out!

[@GameChanger597]

Yes he has the most beautiful smile. Absolutely he does❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@GUITARTIME2024]

Lola, it might be possible to adopt from the States.

[@LolaClo]

@@GUITARTIME2024 thank you! I’ll look into it!

[@SouthparkAvatarWater]

@@LolaClo He's still in foster care so why not give it a chance

[@grahamscott449]

God Bless you Levi - will pray for a wonderful adopted family thats special for you!

[@Sulfen]

He deserves an amazing home that will give him the attention and love he deserves. If he doesn't get it he may not be successful in life. It seems to me like he either has a speech impediment or a learning disability. Not that it's a bad thing but he may require more attention and resources than most children.

[@The_Real_Rambo]

I have adopted 6 already.. we can make room for him. He would be very loved and welcome... as long as he wants a lot of new siblings. :) We have a lot of dogs also... We do live in AZ.

[@joeglennaz]

Call them up Katt! I live in AZ and I would be a mentor for him. I do that now with AASK. I would be happy to pick him up once a week and take him to go do stuff. Hiking, fly drones, go in a real small plane, go camping whatever.

[@The_Real_Rambo]

@@joeglennaz Thank you! I will call them and see. :)

[@queen_of_domination]

What a beautiful little boy. I wish that I was in the position to adopt him.

[@maxpalileo8938]

I want to adopt him! I like him

[@queen_of_domination]

@@maxpalileo8938 🙏🙏

[@fredfran4924]

having a family doesnt mean you get treated how you want and you do a bunch of fun stuff all the time. idk why adopted kids think that, and if the system tells them that, they should stop cuz they raise these kids expectations and it doesnt help them adjust to being in a family when theyre finally adopted and its not the fairytale they thought it would be.

[@noddymax8527]

What a lovely lovely lovely boy,,,I think the family who get livi are the lucky ones ,,,,and if he loves dogs and cats I love him ,,, good luck livi ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@BLAC_740]

He's a sweet boy. Adopt him someone please. ❤️❤️

[@BLAC_740]

I live in NZ and I'm 71.

[@jamieprater9522]

He looks like an awesome kid. He’s really handsome too. I hope he finds a forever home in a great home!

[@stea3502]

so cute kid,hoping to be adopted by a normal and friendly family

[@cnapier67]

Hey Levi, see you have a family you always wanted and you are co ing a young man. If you see this know you are one lucky guy to find that family and remember you are the only thing in this world that limits your ability to succeed in life. Fine strength in your past to move forward with yourself and be the best you can be. Hope you found your sister and may God keep the both of you safe and provide life in the best light possible. God Bless you young man.

[@phantasystar88]

Man I wish adoption wasn’t so expensive. These kids deserve families that love them.

[@______heart5889]

How much cost it?

[@phantasystar88]

@@______heart5889 depends on the method. Independent adoption cost up to $50,000. Adopting from a foster care is much cheaper, up to $5,000 with maybe some other agency fees. But it takes 6-8 months to get an adoption license. The whole process can take around 2 years total to adopt a foster child. Less, if you’re lucky.

[@______heart5889]

@@phantasystar88 thank you.

[@joelabanca2480]

I hope he has been adopted by now. He looks and acts like a great boy.

[@keithss67]

That kid deserves a family right away 👍

[@mikeklimczak9600]

My younger sister and I were removed from our parents at a young age due to abuse and neglect. We were temporarily in the same foster home for a year before she was adopted and I wasn't. I ended up in an orphanage and endured more abuse until I was 18 and then spit out of the state system with nothing. I somehow managed to put myself through undergraduate and graduate school and find employment. Years later I found my sister and she wanted no contact. I think her son is 14 now and he has no idea I even exist.

[@glennjaspers3253]

He sure is mature and has a great speaking/projecting voice for his age. He radiates confidence. I predict great things.

[@scottguthrie8074]

Father Jesus be this boys father and deliver him to a great and caring family! Come Holy Spirit come! Bring light unto this child!!

[@mjremy2605]

How can the state separate siblings, that is so awful! I would adopt both at one time. What a sweet boy. The fact he cares for animals warms my heart. Levi is kind and handsome. Why has no one adopted this lovely child yet? What a sad thing to be separated from your sister.

[@Arpege92]

Was he adopted? Praying for you Levi!

[@georgelewis8798]

So much love to Levi. I wish I could adopt him. He really appears to be a wonderful child.

[@arias6720]

I couldn’t hold my tears back after his message to his sister,” I miss you.” 😭

[@liztops1761]

Praying 🙏 you find a wonderful family

[@gailakraeszig2866]

WFAA 8 ..... Please give us an update on Levi!

[@xum0007]

I feel guilty for wishing I had different parents after this video. Ofc, I have my reasons which are understandable but even still. Poor guy, I’m a couple years younger than him but wish I could adopt him 😭😂

[@ld7561]

I wish I could adopt him myself, just so he had a home. I'm a single guy in another state, who's getting ready to go back to school full time, so I don't think I could, but want to anyway! I hope you find a perfect home!! 🏡

[@whitetornado603]

Aww. Sweet dude. I hope he found loving parents!!

[@viktoryosiel]

He looks very sweet, how sad that he is not adopted yet. Sending love and positive vibes to him🙏🏻

[@shireeni8665]

If I could I would adopt him and give him a loving home.... in a heartbeat! Please G-d he finds his perfect forever home ❤️

[@mirandaserrano1]

I wish I could. Since I was a a teenager I thought about this. Unfortunately a heart it is not the only thing you need. :(

[@lindauribe6872]

What a nice kid.I am way to old to adopt him but will call him a friend.

[@magicpony9]

Oh my goodness, such a sweet, sweet, child.

[@joejosepf2709]

He’s a good looking young man, I’d take him in a minute..no one like him should ever be alone

[@HiLoveLeighs]

So very heartbreaking. Sending love and prayers his way.

[@heidimisfeldt5685]

I wished that I could adopt him, and if could I surely would. He looks like a very fine young man.