Please Help Me Make My Stepdad My Legal Dad!

Hi everyone,

My name is Cheyanne, and I am reaching out with a special request that means the world to me. For the past 11 years, my stepdad, Lucas, has been the most incredible father anyone could ask for. He came into my life and took on the role of being my full-time dad without hesitation, showing me love, support, and guidance every step of the way. He has never asked for anything in return, and now I want to do something truly special for him.

I want to surprise Lucas by asking him to legally adopt me. It would mean so much to both of us to make official what we have already felt in our hearts for so long. This adoption is my way of saying “thank you” for all that he has done and continues to do for me.

I’ve already saved up $2,000 and paid a $300 consultation fee to a family lawyer, but the lawyer's minimum retainer fee is $7,500. This leaves me needing to raise an additional $5,500 to cover the legal expenses to make this adoption a reality.

I’m reaching out to you—my friends, family, and community—for support. If you can contribute to help me cover these costs, I would be forever grateful. No amount is too small; every dollar brings us closer to making this dream come true. If you’re unable to donate, sharing this campaign with your network would mean just as much.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for considering helping me give Lucas the surprise of his life. He chose to be my dad, and now I want to choose him too—officially and legally.

Thank you for your kindness, support, and generosity.

With love and gratitude,

Cheyanne (Soon to be legally Henson)