Support C.M.F.B’s Forever Family

Hi- We are G and N. We have 1 child (E) and we each come from families of siblings with several nieces and nephews. Our nephew C was recently (7.31.23) put into our care by his bio-mom and we have been asked by her to obtain permanent guardianship of him. C's bio-dad is aware of the situation. C is a very energetic 7 y.o. with level 3 autism (non-verbal) and ADHD. He has amazing caregivers in his school and community!! He will need 1-1 care for the next several years, possibly decades. We have decided, as a family, to dedicate ourselves to C fully. The first official step beginning in the courts. We were not prepared for this life-altering event and would need the funds for court costs. Proceeding with a relative adoption allows us to raise C and give him all the resources he deserves!! (Full names withheld for protection of a minor.)

Sarasota County Court filing fees:

* Contested Adoption $300

+ Process server x2: $??

+ Summons filing x2: $20

+ Travel/Time off estimate: $1000