Last week, DHS honored 14 families for their dedication, sacrifice, and care for children and youth in foster care at the 2025 Foster Caregiver of the Year Awards Celebration. We are so grateful to the winners and all foster families across the state who answer the call to

Meet Mira, today’s #WednesdaysChild! This future artist is creative and loves drawing. Mira enjoys playing cards and watching movies, and at school she loves science. Learn more about her and how to adopt in Georgia at dfcs.ga.gov/adoption!

On May 21, DHS held the 2025 Foster Caregiver of the Year Awards Celebration to recognize our 2025 Foster Caregivers of the Year. Learn more about these caregivers and access the celebration recording in our latest Spotlight. dhs.georgia.gov/spotlight/2025…

Meet today’s #WednesdaysChild, Oscar! This outgoing boy loves to learn and spend time with friends at school. Last month, Oscar enjoyed attending a Atlanta Braves games with some of our team from DFCS. Learn more about him and how to adopt in Georgia at dfcs.ga.gov/adoption!

Meet Deven, today’s #WednesdaysChild! This future police officer likes to listen to country music and play video games. He enjoys basketball and football, and his favorite team is the Seattle Seahawks. Learn about him and adopting in Georgia at dfcs.ga.gov/adoption!

Meet Daniel, today’s #WednesdaysChild! This happy teen loves reading, being outside, and watching animated movies. Learn more about him and adopting in Georgia at dfcs.ga.gov/adoption!

Meet today’s #WednesdaysChild, Miley! She enjoys swimming, cheerleading, and visiting theme parks. Miley also loves to listen to county music, play UNO!, and cheer on Georgia Football. Learn more about her and adopting in Georgia at dfcs.ga.gov/adoption!

Meet Jeffery, today’s #WednesdaysChild! Jeffery enjoys scary movies, playing football, and watching the Georgia Bulldogs. Learn more about him and how to adopt in Georgia at dfcs.ga.gov/adoption!

Meet today’s #WednesdaysChild, Nelly! This caring future cosmetologist loves to read and spend time with friends at school. She enjoys watching cheerleading, getting her nails done, and visiting Six Flags. Learn about her and adopting in Georgia at dfcs.ga.gov/adoption!

Meet Angelia, today’s #WednesdaysChild! She loves learning about history in school and is an excellent student. Angelia also enjoys going to the beach, listening to music, and spending time with friends. Learn more about her and how to adopt in Georgia at dfcs.ga.gov/adoption!

Meet today’s #WednesdaysChild, Rachel! She enjoys going to church, playing with animals, and spending time with her friends at school, where she loves reading books and studying science. Learn more about Rachel and adopting in Georgia at dfcs.ga.gov/adoption!

Kaliyah is an outgoing child who loves to dance, jump on trampolines, and play outside. She also enjoys spending time with friends at school and playing board games. Learn more about today’s #WednesdaysChild, Kaliyah and adopting in Georgia at dfcs.ga.gov/adoption!

Today, DHS provided an update on the Conduent EBT IVR cyberattack. Click here for more details: dhs.georgia.gov/press-releases…

Meet Cooper, today’s #WednesdaysChild! This active teen enjoys playing basketball and tennis, riding scooters, and spending time outside. Cooper also loves board games and learning about history. Learn more about him and adopting in Georgia at dfcs.ga.gov/adoption!

Meet Isaac, today’s #WednesdaysChild! This energetic teen enjoys swimming and spending time with friends at school. He also loves to read comic books and play video games. Learn more about Isaac and how to adopt in Georgia at dfcs.ga.gov/adoption!

Meet today’s #WednesdaysChild, Zillah! She loves to cheer and watch dance competitions. She also enjoys watching Disney movies, listening to pop and R&B music, and hanging out by the pool. Learn more about Zillah and how to adopt in Georgia at dfcs.ga.gov/adoption!

Meet Arielle, today’s #WednesdaysChild! She’s a good student who loves her teachers and gets along well with other students. She enjoys riding her bike, playing with dolls, and listening to music. Learn more about her and adopting in Georgia at dfcs.ga.gov!

Meet #WednesdaysChild and future CIA agent Eiven! This active, adventurous teen loves to swim and play football and soccer with his friends. He’s excited to watch Georgia Football and the Kansas City Chiefs this fall. Learn more about Eiven and adopting in Georgia at

Future health care worker Alayah is a motivated teen who enjoys drama club, spending time with friends, and listening to music. She also loves cheerleading and swimming. Learn more about today’s #WednesdaysChild and how to adopt in Georgia at dfcs.ga.gov/adoption!

Meet #WednesdaysChild, Kaitlynn! At school, she is a good student who enjoys studying math. She also loves dancing, watching animated movies, and spending time with friends. Learn more about Kaitlynn and adopting in Georgia at dfcs.ga.gov/adoption!