RUN4ROO

In 2014, Robert and Sharon brought home their son, Arouna (“Roo”), from an orphanage in Burkina Faso. Through the adoption process, they became deeply aware of the global orphan crisis—especially the devastating realities faced by orphans with special needs. Many of these children endure malnutrition, lack of stimulation, and far too often, abuse. They are among the most vulnerable in the world and often have no voice.

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Run4Roo exists to be that voice.

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Moved by their son’s story and the countless others like him, Robert and Sharon founded Run4Roo to raise awareness of this crisis and to provide financial support for families pursuing the adoption of children with special needs.

The mission of Run4Roo is to use running and running events as a platform to advocate for these children and to help alleviate the significant financial burden placed on adoptive families. Today, the cost of adoption can range from $25,000 to $40,000, not including the ongoing expenses that often follow—such as medical care, therapy, equipment, medications, and hospital stays.

This work cannot be done alone.

Run4Roo relies on the generosity and involvement of others who share a heart for these children. Whether you are interested in donating, organizing an event, running on behalf of Run4Roo, or exploring adoption yourself, we invite you to join us. Please contact us or click the links above to learn how you can be part of giving these children hope, advocacy, and a future.