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These are the families who have taken a leap of faith and committed to adopt one or more of our orphaned children most recently.
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We’re Jolene and Dan Morrison — we met when we were both in our early twenties and now four amazing kids, and one adoption later, our hearts are full — and ready to grow again.
Our youngest, adopted from Ukraine (“Cassandra” on RR), changed our world in the best ways. Ukraine will always hold a piece of our hearts, and though the war has paused our plans to return, we still hope to one day.
In the four years since bringing her home, we’ve moved clear across the country, gutted and rebuilt our home to make it fully accessible for future kiddos, started new schools and jobs, and fallen in love with our life all over again. These days, we’re soaking up life in beautiful, Nova Scotia — filled with art, music, outdoor adventures, and plenty of lazy afternoons by the pool.
Now, we’re thrilled to be in our second adoption journey, hoping to welcome two children with special needs into our fun, always loud, love-filled home!
9/8/2025 — DOSSIER in COUNTRY; AWAITING an OFFICIAL MATCH
The Morrison family has a $5000 Matching Grant from Reece’s Rainbow! When their FSP reaches $5000 they’ll receive an additional $5000!
From the very beginning of their marriage, Miles and Elizabeth Adair have felt a deep desire to grow their family through adoption. In fact, the intention to adopt was discussed on their very first date!
After high school, Elizabeth spent several months volunteering in orphanages in Quito, Ecuador. There, she witnessed firsthand how children longed for families of their own—to be cherished, nurtured, and loved. She carried those experiences in her heart and promised herself that one day she would adopt.
Miles also felt this pull early in life. In high school, he was a peer tutor for students with disabilities, and later he worked as a para-educator in the special education department of an elementary school. Those experiences opened his eyes to the incredible love, joy, and light that children with disabilities bring into the world.
After nearly a decade of hoping and praying, the Adair family finally began their adoption journey in September of 2023. Elizabeth saw the instagram stories of RODS Heroes about a large number of children with Down syndrome waiting to be adopted in Armenia. They felt instantly that they had a daughter waiting for them in Armenia and signed their contract with their adoption agency the very next day.
Now, nearly two years later, the Adairs are in the final stages of their adoption and are readying themselves to welcome a beautiful toddler with Down syndrome into their family. They have been matched and have already completed their bonding trip. Together, with their four children, the Adairs are counting down each day until their precious daughter is home. They are so thankful for the support of their family, friends, and community throughout their adoption journey.
8/31/2025 — FIRST TRIP COMPLETE
The Adair Family has also received a $2000 EE4 child grant!
The Adair family has met their $5000 Matching Grant from Reece’s Rainbow!
Joel and Becky have been blessed to be the parents of 8 amazing kids, and they have been actively working on squeezing one more into their fold!
Back in 2021, while they were in the process of adopting two of their kids, they saw an advocacy post for Carlton and fell head over heels for this amazing boy. At that time, the Roman family put his picture on their fridge and actively prayed for the right family to find him.
After bringing their new children home from that adoption, getting their medical care established, and settling in as a family, the Romans started seeing many similarities between one of their newly adopted daughters and Carlton. They began advocating for him, donating to prospective families, and talking to families considering him about what life might look like with this amazing kid.
But as time continued to pass, Carlton grew closer and closer to aging out. The Romans began wondering if they were Carlton’s family, after all! They were not sure if they would be too late or not, but they decided to try! So many pieces began to fall in place as the Romans began to run furiously, against the clock. God even lead them to a handicap accessible home and provided a bus that would fit all 3 wheelchairs!
You see, the Romans had long ago had their eyes opened to children with medical needs both here and internationally during their first adoptions. It changed the trajectory of their lives as they prayed for God to break their hearts for what breaks His. They have prayed that God would send them the children He wanted in their family, and His faithful providence has been clear.
As they await officially making this boy, who has waited such a terribly long time, a part of their family, they would be grateful for any prayers and support. And pray that Carlton does not lose heart as he has a family anxiously waiting to welcome him home.
8/29/2025 — DOSSIER SUBMITTED; AWAITING COURT
The Roman family has a $5000 Matching Grant from Reece’s Rainbow! When their FSP reaches $5000 they’ll receive an additional $5000!
The Roman family has also received an Older Child Grant of $5000 for Carlton.
Jake and Autumn are incredibly overjoyed to once again be on an adventure to bring their 4th daughter home! They have been married for 17 years and live on a little farm in rural Indiana. From the start they have always dreamed of having a large family and knew their family would grow through adoption. When their oldest child was born with medical needs, they became passionate and even more determined realizing that their hearts and home were created to welcome little ones with complex medical needs.
Jake loves being outdoors, reading and has recently started bee keeping. Autumn loves creating art and gardening her flowers. They have 3 little girls who they absolutely adore. River just turned 13 and is their animal loving, kindhearted artist who adores her dog, Spot and raising her baby goats and bunnies. Zephyr is 8 ½ and joined the family in 2025 from Bulgaria. She is a gentle, cuddly little one who loves music and being read to. Olive is 4 ½ and is the spunky, giggly baby of the family who loves rolling everywhere. Ollie joined the family in 2023 from Bulgaria. While all 3 girls have medical needs, they are genuinely the happiest little bunch one could meet.
Jake and Autumn felt a strong pull to Africa as they have a big family and personal connection there. They were absolutely thrilled when the most joyful, vibrant, sweet little 7 year old girl spoke to their hearts! They quickly began the process to adopt her. While this very special little girl has specific medical needs that definitely does not dampen her ability to light up the entire room!! They are so excited and 3 sissy’s can’t wait for her to come home!!!
3 back-to-back adoptions have definitely been a wild, joyful adventure. They are so grateful for all the love, encouragement and prayers and appreciate so much and with humble very hearts any assistance towards bringing their darling girl home.
9/15/2025 — AWAITING USCIS APPROVAL
The Dickens family has met their $5000 Matching Grant from Reece’s Rainbow!
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PO Box 146
Combined Locks, WI 54113
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PO Box 146
Combined Locks, WI 54113
CLICK HERE to contact us.
Your questions will be directed to the appropriate team member.
