The Williams Family
In this Community Compassion Project, we are building an additional room in a house so that this wonderful foster family can keep two young siblings together in the same home. Please take a moment to read their story, what we are doing to keep this family together, and how you can help. We need you.
“There is NO WAY God would want us to be foster parents! Isn’t there an age limit? Is our house big enough? Do we have the capacity to add more on our already full plates?”
Those were Gary and Kristy Williams’ first thoughts when presented with the idea of becoming foster parents. Now their hearts for the children they foster have outgrown the size of their home.
The Story
The Williams Family's journey began with a prayer that the Lord would close all doors to fostering if it wasn’t His plan for their family. They didn’t want to step outside of His will. However, they wanted to be open to fostering if that’s what the Lord's calling was. Much to the Williams’ surprise, He swung all doors wide open.
They completed their licensing requirements, but still weren’t convinced that the Lord would provide a child that would fit well within their home. Within one week of licensing, Kristy received their first placement call. A sweet four-month old baby boy needed care. Without hesitation, Kristy said “YES! We will take him!” She knew he would fit in well with their family of 4 boys and has since nestled safely in their home. He shares a room with the two youngest Williams boys.
Then came a call that rattled the Williams’ family. Their foster baby boy was going to be a big brother! Although they were only licensed for one foster child, they knew the importance of keeping siblings together. They became licensed for a sibling, and when the new baby came, they were thrilled to welcome a little sister to their home of boys!
The Problem
Because of licensing laws, baby sister is not able to share a room with non-sibling boys. Currently, Baby Girl has her crib in Gary
and Kristy’s room, which is only allowed until she is 12 months old.
If they can't add a room to the house before October, regulations may force the siblings to be separated.
The family has considered many options within their home to provide a space for her, and the only viable solution is to enclose an existing lanai. This space will be large enough for both siblings and will offer much needed space for cribs, toys and all
the extras that babies bring.
Watching the siblings interact and have a special connection is motivation for the Williams’ family to do whatever it takes to maintain this precious bond between these sweet children. They are trusting the Lord to work in ways only He can.
The Plan
It is all hands on deck to complete this project by October!
The estimated cost of this project is $38,000.
This includes permitting, building materials, and labor.
We are leveraging our relationships with local contractors, and home improvement stores to lower costs wherever we can.
Please see below for all the ways you can help us to keep these siblings together in the same loving home.
Thank you so much for your generosity! This page will continue to be updated live with the latest progress.
