Elizabeth Hamilton

is adopting a child from South Africa

Sawubona. My name is Liz. I'm a single mom to my son, Théo, who came home from Haiti in 2019. He is the light of my life! Théo is eight and a joyful little boy. It would have been so much easier to get two kids at the same time, but then I most likely would have been matched with siblings instead of the perfect little boy for me.

Two years ago we started on the journey to grow our family. Haiti holds a special place in our hearts, of course, and we even speak a little Creole at home. Because of instability there right now I've decided to adopt from South Africa, another country I dearly love. My dossier is in Johannesburg and we're just waiting for a match. Théo says he'd like a little brother and a little sister and he's eager to go now. He also asked that they look like him. We are excited and hopeful.

There are a lot of expenses to adoption. I'm still paying off a loan for Théo's. I have a $7,600 fee due once we're matched and of course all the travel expenses. Right now most families have to stay in South Africa for four to five months! Any help to bring home our new sibling and child is sincerely appreciated.

Adoption Status

Matched

Adoption Agency

All God's Children International


Updates

  • Update 6

    Winners of the raffles!

    April 30, 2024
    I wish I had quilts for all of you that donated. Thank you for helping me feel loved and supported in my journey. Phyllis Malone won quilt #1, Alison Shadoin won quilt #2, and Alison Carlyle won #3. My mom took Phyllis's quilt home in her suitcase this morning and I just mailed the other two. All are enroute. If you didn't win, don't despair! Mom has already donated a fourth quilt and everyone who already donated will be entered into that raffle (unless you opt out). I'll probably raffle that one after... Read more
  • Update 5

    The three quilts

    April 1, 2024

    In order from left to right, Quilts 1, 2, and 3. Please let me know which you're interested in.

  • Update 4

    Quilt #2

    March 26, 2024

    Quilt #2

  • Update 3

    Quilt #2

    March 26, 2024

    Quilt #2, Approximately 65 inches by 65 inches.

  • Update 2

    Quilt Raffle!

    March 26, 2024
    I really wanted my next update to be that we've been matched with a child in South Africa. But the wait continues. Every time Theo outgrows something he makes me put it in a bin in the closet "for my new brother or sister" and he talks about Africa all the time. Theo and I are really hoping to be matched soon, but changes in the way South Africa handles international adoptions have added uncertainty and delays. My agency has increased their fees and added a large fee for those of us who have been waiting... Read more
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  • Rebecca Cotton gave an undisclosed amount
    I missed the raffle but wanted to support! I hope things go smoothly!!
  • Suzie Koklich gave $100
    Siblings are AWESOME ~ I know there is a perfect one out there for your sweet family just a waiting’❤️
  • Kate Lanfranco gave $50
    Can't wait to meet the youngest Hamilton. You are such a great mom, Théo will be such a great brother.
  • Anonymous gave an undisclosed amount
    Fingers crossed for you! I aspire to take my boys on a fraction of the adventures you and Théo have been on over the years! You are an inspiration and good luck on the new addition! We would love quilt #2!
  • Anonymous gave $500
  • Anonymous gave $200
    Best of luck to you and Theo for finding the perfect brother or sister for your family!
  • Bhullar Family gave $50
    We love you and Théo and can’t wait to meet the newest Hamilton!
  • Anonymous gave $100
  • Alaina Roberts gave $100
    So excited for you and Theo!! I bet he will love being a big brother (quilt #1)
  • Anonymous gave $30