Those of you who have had the privilege of watching Emily and Collin as parents know the incredible love and life they provide for Ryan. Their journey to adopt him was not easy—but they would be the first to tell you it was worth every moment of waiting, every heartache, and every sacrifice.

In Fall of 2024, they felt called once again to grow their family through adoption, and since have been a waiting family.

They have prayerfully pursued opportunities within their financial reach, but many adoption situations—especially out of state—come with costs ranging from $50,000 to $90,000. That is strictly just adoption costs, it does not include the extra expenses of traveling and staying in the state until baby is ready to come home. In order to open more doors and say “yes” to the child God may be preparing for them, they need support from their community.

Emily and Collin are the kind of people who give endlessly—not only to Ryan, but to everyone around them. Through their involvement in church, both of them teaching, and Collin coaching, they invest daily in the lives of young people, pouring encouragement, guidance, and love into our community.

When they brought Ryan home, it felt like a celebration for everyone who knows and loves them. We are believing for that same joy again.

Please consider being part of their story. Your prayers, support, and any donation—big or small—will make a lasting impact and help bring another child into a home filled with love.

If you want to donate directly to Emily and Collin rather than through the Go Fund Me, donations can be sent through Venmo to @EmilyWalker12. Please reach out to me if you would prefer their address to mail cash/checks. Thank you for being part of this journey with them.