Meet Frankie!

Say hello to Frankie! This sweet 12 year old girl is wise beyond her years and is the perfect balance of silly and serious. She has a self-awareness and poise that even adults envy; she is her own best advocate. She is mature, observant and insightful and she appreciates honest feedback and support from the respected adults in her life. Not surprisingly, she wants to be a Mental Health Specialist when she grows up in order to offer others that same support and stability. Frankie does well in school where her favorite subject is science; she finds it so interesting and she loves the “hands-on” experiments. She’s responsible and has been a great “dog mom” in the past but her favorite animal, and dream pet, is a chameleon!

When not in school, Frankie is very active so you won’t find her sitting still for too long. She plays volleyball, soccer, kickball and rides bikes with friends. Frankie also likes to swim and hopes to visit the sunny beaches of California or Hawaii some day! When she needs some down-time you may find her listening to music or watching TV (scary movies, anything with Adam Sandler or Gilmore Girls). She also likes to draw and you will probably find her favorite color {PiNk} incorporated throughout her artwork. Frankie is looking forward to her favorite season…Fall! She loves the beauty of it (oh, and the Halloween candy). She’s already got this year’s Halloween costume picked out! No spoilers, but it’s creative and unique – just like her. Frankie hopes her forever family likes to keep busy and wants to spend time together: taking road trips, enjoying nature or visiting amusement parks. She would be happy to have siblings and pets in her new home, and she’d LOVE to have her own room. Frankie longs for a home and family to connect with and call her own, to be supported and understood.

Status: Ready for Adoption

Case #: ALSI0026

Gender: Female

State: Illinois

Last Updated: 08/04/2025

About the Heart Gallery of Illinois at Let It Be Us

The Heart Gallery of Illinois, managed by Let It Be Us, is a vital resource for those exploring adoption in Illinois and looking to make a difference in a child’s life. Whether you’re interested in foster to adopt in Illinois, seeking guidance on how to adopt a child in Illinois, or simply beginning your journey through Illinois foster care adoption, the Heart Gallery of Illinois showcases real stories and real children in need of permanent, loving homes. Our mission is to increase visibility for waiting children and to support families pursuing Illinois adoption every step of the way. If you’re ready to take the next step towards Illinois adoption or Illinois foster to adopt, Let It Be Us is here to help guide and support your journey.