In May of 2021, just before turning seventeen, Melissa’s life was turned upside down. She and her fifteen-year-old brother were called to...

Roshan was 12 when the Taliban took over Afghanistan. Chaos and fear filled the streets. Twice the Taliban interrogated Roshan’s...

As a child who is non-verbal, Adelina has developed a variety of other communication tools that help her through her daily life. “Adelina...

Andrew had a difficult beginning in life, experiencing homelessness with his mother and father who both struggled with substance abuse....

As a child in foster care who moved frequently, Taylor sometimes felt hopeless. But when she came to CCC and was placed with a family who...

Ethan, who lives in southwestern Virginia, entered foster care when he was 10-years-old after witnessing his mom's battle with addiction....

Esperanza is 16-years-old. She is quick to laugh and loves music. Growing up in a family experiencing poverty, Esperanza's opportunities...