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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).

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.

Jamil

Jamil is an average teen who enjoys the simple things in life. He is a well-mannered youngster who would like to go to college and then join the army.

  • Jan 1993
  • 17
  • African American

Shawn

Meet Shawn!! He is an active youngster with a lot of energy. When he grows up, he would like to be a football player and play for the NFL.

  • Jul 1997
  • 12
  • African American

Alexander

Meet Alexander the Great, also known as Alex! Alex is an amazing youngster with many qualities, including his looks.

  • Apr 1993
  • 16
  • African American

Cassandra

Cassandra is an energetic teen who dreams of being a teacher some day. She loves music, singing and dancing. She also enjoys roller skating.

  • Jul 1997
  • 12
  • Caucasian

Harry

Harry is a sweet, charming and well-mannered teenager who dreams of becoming a professional athlete. He currently plays on his school’s football, basketball, and track teams.

  • Jun 1994
  • 15
  • African American

Rayshawn

Rayshawn is a pre-teen athlete who enjoys playing all sports including football, baseball, soccer, hockey, golf, track, tennis, and even cricket, but his favorite is baseball.

  • Feb 1997
  • 13
  • African American

Joseph

Meet Joseph. He is an active youngster who enjoys playing video games, sports, watching TV, reading, and talking about Harry Potter.

  • Feb 1994
  • 15
  • African American

Lucas

Lucas is an active, lovable, and energetic youngster with much to offer. Very pleasant and well mannered, he can usually get a smile out of anyone.

  • Oct 1995
  • 14
  • Caucasian

Jacari

Jacari is a good-natured kid whose bubbly personality will surely take him far. He loves everything about school and is an honor-roll student!

  • Sep 1998
  • 11
  • African American

Salvatore

Active, bright, and funny are all words that describe Salvatore, AKA Sal. He enjoys school and is very motivated to succeed. In school, he is proud of being on the honor roll.

  • Jan 1998
  • 11
  • Multi

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