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Gift of Adoption awards grants to complete the adoptions of children in vulnerable circumstances. Please visit giftofadoption.org to learn more.

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.

08/27/2026

Rhyan was two days old when Meghan got an unexpected call and met her that very same evening. Meghan says, “Rhyan is the most amazing little girl. She is beginning to smile and coo, loves to be held and snuggled, and is a champ at tummy time.”

A grant from Gift of Adoption came at a critical moment and eased Meghan’s financial pressure, allowing her to be more present with Rhyan.

Rhyan was adopted from the U.S. in 2026.

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.

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.”

05/22/2026

May is National Foster Care Month. 💜

Foster care provides critical safety and support for children during times of crisis—and for many children, adoption becomes the pathway to lasting stability and connection.

This month, join us in helping remove the financial barriers that can stand between children and permanency. Your support helps complete adoptions for children in vulnerable circumstances, including older youth, sibling groups, and children with medical or special needs.

Together, we can help more children move from waiting to belonging.

Donate today: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/FosterCare26

04/21/2026

“Adoption has brought stability, permanence, and a sense of belonging into Juan Pablo’s life in ways that were not possible before. Overall, the change has been profound: he has moved from navigating life largely on his own to being surrounded by consistent care, advocacy, and love. Your support helped remove a significant financial barrier at a critical moment in the adoption process and made it possible for Juan Pablo to join a permanent, loving home sooner. Because of this grant, he now has stability, access to education, healthcare, and daily support, and the opportunity to grow up knowing he is safe, valued, and deeply loved. Over the past six months, we have seen him gain confidence, build relationships, and begin to truly settle into family life with a sense of belonging.”

Juan Pablo was adopted from Colombia in 2025 by Richard and Guillermo with the help of a GOA grant.

04/10/2026

Happy National Sibling Day!

Did you know that siblings are one of Gift of Adoption's priorities? In 2025, 21% of GOA grants united or preserved biological siblings in the same family. Lila was adopted into the same family as her older, biological sister in 2025 with the help of a GOA grant. Her parents shared, "Lila has truly been such a blessing to our family. It’s beautiful to watch her and her sister together, seeing all the ways they are alike and the special bond they share. We can’t imagine life without her. It was thanks to Gift of Adoption and the financial assistance that helped us bring Lila home.”

03/30/2026

“Adoption has given Keston the gift of stability, security, and a family who was ready and able to meet his every need from the very beginning. We’ve had the privilege of watching him grow, thrive, and become exactly who he was meant to be, surrounded by consistency, support, and unconditional love from day one. When we received this grant, it came at the exact moment we needed it. We are incredibly grateful for organizations like GOA that walk alongside families through the adoption process. The financial support is life-changing, but what has meant just as much is the continued care beyond the grant itself. Knowing that there are people who not only help bring children home, but also check in after placement and finalization, speaks volumes about their heart for families.”

Keston (pictured center), adopted from the USA in 2025 by Haley and Garrick with the help of a GOA grant.

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https://giftofadoption.org/chapter-donations/or-columbia-river-chapter-donation/

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