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Gift of Adoption Fund

Awarding adoption grants to complete the adoptions of children in vulnerable circumstances. Please visit giftofadoption.org to learn more.
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Founded in 1996, Gift of Adoption awards grants to complete the adoptions of children in vulnerable circumstances—giving them permanent families and a chance to thrive. Gift of Adoption is the oldest and largest provider of adoption assistance grants, awarded without discrimination. Grants of up to $15,000 are awarded to qualified applicants to remove financial barriers to complete relative/kinship, domestic, and international adoptions.

08/26/2026

Thirty years ago today, on August 26, 1996, Gene & Lucy Wyka founded Gift of Adoption with the idea that no child should wait for a family because the cost of adoption stood in the way.

Since that day, Gift of Adoption has been a part of 7,507 adoptions of children from around the world. We are the oldest and largest nondiscriminatory provider of adoption assistance in the U.S., with 30 volunteer-led chapters throughout the country.

Thank you to every family who let us join their adoption journey, every adoption professional who made a referral, every volunteer who helped build a chapter, and every donor who believed this cause worthy of their generosity.

Our next 30 years starts tomorrow.

08/14/2026

August, who his moms call Gus, was adopted from the U.S. in 2026 by Texas grant family Brittany and Constance.

The family says, “Gus, is a happy, curious baby. He loves whales and always picks the whale card out of his high contrast card set during tummy time. Bath time is a big hit as well. He is best friends with our mini dachshund, who has followed him everywhere from the minute we brought him home. They cuddle together and she is currently trying to teach him to play ball."

A grant from Gift of Adoption helped Brittany and Constance give August the stable, loving start he needs.

08/07/2026

Jailynn was adopted from the U.S. in 2026 by Wisconsin grant family Rebecca and Jason soon after she was born, welcomed into a family that had been waiting for her all along.

“Jailynn is the sweetest little girl. Her smile lights up the room, and she is so loved by everyone. She will be given opportunities to experience life to the fullest, and we will help her reach her dreams.”

A grant from Gift of Adoption helped make it possible for Jailynn to come home.

08/02/2026

Thank you to Ken Rosenthal for representing GOA on tonight's Cubs - Yankees broadcast! We are grateful to you for bringing awareness to the mission of uniting children with permanent families through adoption assistance.

06/29/2026

“Our sweet little Holland has already had so much growth since we picked him up and since we have been home. His balance is more stable, his speech has begun to develop, his bond with his siblings has grown, his love for animals is still growing! He absolutely wonderful and we couldn’t love him anymore! We are just so grateful that there are such generous people and groups of people that do so much good with their money. We want them to know that this grant was such a blessing to receive, and we are forever grateful that their hearts had the calling to help adoptive families with the financial burden that adoption can bring. Thank you, thank you, thank you!”

Holland was adopted from India in 2026 by Jill and Tyler with the help of a GOA grant. 💜

06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day to all the wonderful fathers and father figures out there!

Today, we're celebrating parents like Sean, who adopted his daughter Gemma with the help of a Gift of Adoption grant in 2025.

06/10/2026

We're always thrilled to share updates like this, showing the impact adoption can make for the children and grant families we serve!

Hana was adopted with the help of a GOA grant in 2023 by Heather, who recently shared the following 3-year update:

“Hana is in a stable environment with support of friends and family who love her. She rides horses and currently dreams of being a labor and delivery nurse! She is in a home and family where she will have every resource to help her succeed.”

05/29/2026

When relatives and kin caregivers step in for children during times of crisis, they provide more than care: they provide connection, familiarity, and stability. 🩶

Swipe through to learn more about kinship care, kinship adoption, and how Gift of Adoption grants help remove financial barriers so children can remain connected to family and community.

05/26/2026

At just 20 months old, Isla was placed in the care of her grandparents, David and Lisa, after her birth mother was unable to continue parenting her. When reunification was no longer possible, they knew adoption was the next step to provide the stability and permanency she deserved. 🩶

Today, Isla is thriving.

“Once a quiet and subdued little girl, Isla is now flourishing with warmth, joy, and boundless life.”

With the help of a Gift of Adoption grant, David and Lisa were able to complete Isla’s adoption and provide the lasting support every child deserves.

55% of GOA grants (468 children and $2.5M this year alone) will help complete adoptions for children who would very likely enter foster care if not adopted — many by relatives and kin caregivers committed to keeping children connected to family and community.

Swipe through to read Isla’s story.

05/21/2026

Foster care provides critical safety and support for children during times of uncertainty. For some children, adoption becomes the next step toward lasting stability and connection. 🩵

Our Foster-to-Adopt Grants help remove the financial barriers that can delay permanency for children already on the path to adoption.

Swipe through to learn more about how foster-to-adopt works, and the impact these grants can make.

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1200 Shermer Road, Suite 111
Northbrook, IL
60062

Website

http://www.giftofadoption.org/

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