Forever Family: What's the difference between foster parents and adopting?

There is a critical need for foster parents in Central Florida.

Video: Meet Julian: A sweet boy searching for his Forever Family

Julian is the youngest of three brothers and they really want to be a Christian family.

Meet a couple that went from foster parents to forever parents

We introduce you to a couple, who, for the last 4 years, has opened their doors to many who needed temporary care.

Video: Meet Ma'Kyah: A loving girl searching for her Forever Family

9 year old Ma'Kylah likes art, loves to be around other people and loves attention.

Meet Justin: A loving teen in need of a Forever Family

16 year old Justin is in need of a family that will care for him beyond the age of 18.

Meet Caleb: A boy with a lot of love to give who's looking for a Forever Family

Caleb is an affectionate 5-year-old boy with a great personality.

Meet Anthony: An ambitious boy who's ready for a Forever Family

Anthony is a bright, funny, loving boy in foster care.

Meet Jada, a young ball of energy who wants to be a lawyer

9 year old Jada needs a permanent family to help her achieve her dreams.

Video: Culinary grads help feed those in need

Culinary grads help feed those in need.

Forever Family: Fostering Hope for the Holidays

9 Family Connection presents: Forever Family: Fostering Hope for the Holidays

Spread Love and Kindness: Orlando hotel connects guests with dogs in need of adoption

A downtown Orlando hotel came up with an idea to team up with Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando to give all dogs a chance of finding a loving and permanent home.

Students give back to community through mentorship program

This is the time of the year when most high school students are taking a break from school, but some Central Florida students spent the week serving the community and showing they're not afraid of some hard work.

Spread Love and Kindness: Group of women on lookout for law enforcement in Central Florida

A group of women started a project where they randomly go around and thank police officers who are working for their service.

Spread Love and Kindness: 3rd grader sells soap to feed the homeless

Channel 9 anchor Martha Sugalski gives us updates on a 3rd grader who sold his soap to raise money to pay for meals to help the less fortunate and a retired wood maker who made toys to give away for Christmas.

Spread Love and Kindness: Former cancer patient becomes therapist

Being in the hospital, especially if you are there for a significant amount of time, can be difficult and lonely.

Toys for Tots collection at Trans-Siberian Orchestra Shows on Dec. 15