Freddie Mac Foundation - Making Home a Place Where Children and Families Thrive

Children in Philadelphia

logo
logo

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).

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

View Slideshow
On the NBC 10 Website, click to view a slideshow.

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 Childairs in Philadelphia on NBC10 with sportscaster 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.

Nelson

Meet Nelson. He is an active youngster with lots of energy. In the future, he would like to be a football player. Currently a Boy Scout, he enjoys staying involved in activities.

  • Oct 2000
  • 9
  • Multi

Kanija

Meet Kanija. This beautiful young lady loves animals, especially dogs. She enjoys playing cards, board games, and watching TV.

  • Jan 1999
  • 11
  • African American

Thomas

Meet Thomas. He is a polite and well-manered teen with lots to offer a family. Thomas would like to join the Marines and serve his country when he grows up.

  • Dec 1993
  • 16
  • African American

Kelly

Meet Kelly. This beautiful young lady loves sports, especially basketball and baseball. She is also very interested in animals and talking to her about them can always put her at ease.

  • Aug 1993
  • 16
  • Caucasian

Joseph

Meet Joseph, a handsome teen with much to offer. He has a good sense of humor and is very social.

  • Mar 1995
  • 15
  • Caucasian

Nick

Meet Nick. Boxing, riding bikes, playing football, and staying active are just some of the things you can find him doing when he’s not at school. In school, Nick is making progress.

  • Apr 1996
  • 14
  • African American

Jamie

Meet Jamie. Playing soccer, watching “America’s Funniest Home Videos,” going to the beach, and playing with dolls are just a few of Jamie’s interests.

  • Dec 1998
  • 11
  • African American

Tyler

Tyler is an adventurous young man who loves school. He attends classes with emotional support, and enjoys social studies, math, and science.

  • Nov 1999
  • 10
  • African American

Larnie

Talented and focused, Larnie is going to be a great musician one day. He is learning to play the guitar and loves it. A typical teen, he likes R&B music, watching movies, and eating!

  • Aug 1994
  • 15
  • Multi

Jim

Jim is an amazing youngster with much potential. His dream in life is to become a businessman.

  • Dec 1997
  • 12
  • African American

Social Worker Login