100 Waiting Children

The Heart Gallery of New Jersey, Inc. is a unique not-for-profit corporation dedicated to raising awareness about foster children available for adoption. Through the volunteer efforts of some of the country's most prestigious photographers, portraits are taken that help capture the individuality and spirit of each foster child who is eligible to be adopted. These photographs are then shared via the web and through gallery exhibits in the hope that potential families will be moved to inquire about adoption.

Don't miss the Heart Gallery's opening night video!

We're pleased to introduce you to Marc and the other 99 children who comprise the "100 Waiting Children", a Heart Gallery of New Jersey Special Exhibition. These children have lived in the New Jersey foster system the longest. Most are well into their teens and still long for permanent homes before they turn 18 years old. With the new addition of video bios, we think you'll be amazed by their maturity, strength and overall, a longing for a forever family.

Meet Marc:

Marc
© 2007 Margaret Malandruccolo

Marc, 14, is at the age when he doesn't like to talk much about his personal life. But press him, and you'll see that he's the quiet confident type. Don't mistake it for mere coolness. After all, how many teenage boys admit they like looking in the mirror?

Due to his many losses and chaotic past, Marc is reluctant to let others get close. He is an energetic and dynamic athlete. He is an outstanding swimmer who excels at several sports. And he likes to sit around with his friends and talk about girls.

His case worker describes him as a natural leader. People flock to him.

He's from a big family, with 16 children, and he recently connected with four older siblings. Maintaining contact with his siblings is very important to him.

But he'd settle for a smaller family - as long as there are pets.

Now that you've met Marc, why not take a moment to meet the rest of the 100 Waiting Children?

Child of the Month

Lashanda
© 2007 Noah Addis

May's Child of the Month is Lashanda. Athletic and artistic, Lashanda loves to shop and get her hair done. Learn more about Lashanda on her profile page.

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Heart Gallery in Paterson

May 2, 2008

Come see the Heart Gallery:

Calvary Baptist Church
575 East 18th Street
Paterson, NJ 07514

For more information, call 973-278-1846. The show runs until May 30th...hope to see you there!

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