Maddie is a quiet, charismatic almost 4-year-old girl from Colombia who has been doing wonderfully in her new foster home. She attends an early childhood learning program a couple of mornings each week and also works hard in speech therapy. Her caregivers describe her as respectful, kind, and someone who does a great job following the rules (which, let’s be honest, is a pretty impressive skill for any kid).

When Maddie isn’t learning, she loves music, coloring, and spending time outside. Trips to the park and neighborhood walks are some of her favorites, and they’ve helped her grow stronger and more confident as she keeps developing new skills.

And while she may be a quieter kiddo, Maddie has a fearless side. She’s curious, brave, and ready to take on the world — ideally with her very own family cheering her on.

If you think you might be Maddie’s family, reach out to us at InternationalPrograms@gladney.org