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=Researching Grants=
 
=Researching Grants=
  
When researching grants, be sure to look at the requirements (some are very specific about the religious affiliation or the [[adoption]] situation) and especially pay attention to when the organization [[processes]] and reviews grant applications. Most, if not all, have deadlines, some only review the applications at certain times of the year. Keep in mind that many grant [[organizations]] receive far more applications than they can offer grants, but many families do receive grants so it is worth your time and energy to pursue this option for generating income to fund your [[adoption]] related expenses.
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When researching grants, be sure to look at the requirements (some are very specific about the religious affiliation or the type of [[adoption]]) and especially pay attention to when the organization [[processes]] and reviews grant applications. Most, if not all, have deadlines, some only review the applications at certain times of the year. Keep in mind that many grant [[organizations]] receive far more applications than they can offer grants, but many families do receive grants so it is worth your time and energy to pursue this option for generating income to fund your [[adoption]] related expenses.
  
 
=Agency Grants=
 
=Agency Grants=
  
Also, ask your [[Adoption Agency|adoption agency]] about their grant [[programs]]. Most larger agencies have some sort of financial aid available.  
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Ask your [[Adoption Agency|adoption agency]] about their grant [[programs]]. Most larger agencies have some sort of financial aid available.  
  
 
=Granting Organizations=
 
=Granting Organizations=
  
There are many [[organizations]] offering grants for [[international]] adoptions. The grant [[organizations]] listed below offer such services.
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There are many [[organizations]] offering grants for [[international]] adoptions:
  
'''His [[Kids]], Too!''' <br/>
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[[Brittany's Hope]]<br />
His [[Kids]], Too! Is a Christian nonprofit [[international]] humanitarian aide organization that provides aid to orphans and widows in several countries, although their primary focus is [[Ukraine]], [[Russia]], and [[Albania]]. For parents adopting [[international]] children, His [[Kids]] Too! provides an [[adoption]] grant of up to $2,000 for one child, and up to $4,000 for two children. Grants are paid directly to the agency or facilitation service. <br/>
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[[Gift of Adoption]]<br />
For more information, contact:  <br/>
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[[God's Grace Adoption Ministry]]<br />
His [[Kids]], Too! PMB # 180, 3491 <br/>
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[[HelpUsAdopt.org]]<br />
Thomasville Rd. Tallahassee, FL 32309 <br/>
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[[Lifesong for Orphans]]<br />
E-mail: Hiskidstoo2@aol.com  <br/>
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[[National Adoption Foundation]]<br />
Website: http://www.hiskidstoo.org
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[[Show Hope]]<br />
 
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[[The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption]]<br />
'''Love Knows No Borders''' <br/>
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[[The Orphan Foundation]]<br />
Love Knows No Borders (LKNB), a not-for-profit organization, was founded in [[Connecticut]] by Matthew and Vanessa Donaher to assist U.S. families with the costs associated with [[International Adoption|international adoption]]. LKNB embodies the organization's belief that financial concerns need not serve as an obstacle to those individuals and couples willing to open their hearts to a child through [[adoption]]. <br/>
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To obtain an application for financial assistance, please send two self addressed stamped envelopes to: <br/>
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Love Knows No Borders <br/>
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76 Grist Mill Rd. <br/>
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Monroe, CT 06468 <br/>
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Email: VDonaher@loveknowsnoborders.org <br/>
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Website: http://www.loveknowsnoborders.org
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'''Siblings [[Adoption Agency]]''' <br/>
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Siblings [[Adoption]] offers grants toward [[International Adoption|international adoption]] for qualified families. Grants are $2,000 for one child and $4,000 for two children. You must explain in your application why [[International Adoption|international adoption]] is a financial hardship for you. <br/>
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To learn more, contact:  <br/>
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Siblings [[Adoption]] <br/>
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Attn: Grant Request <br/>
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508 High Point Drive <br/>
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Golden CO 80403  <br/>
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Phone: 303-216-9009 <br/>
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E-mail: info@siblingsadoption.com <br/> 
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Website: http://www.siblingsadoption.com 
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'''The [[International Adoption]] Center''' <br/>  
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The [[International Adoption]] Center provides [[Adoption Grants|adoption grants]] to qualifying families. Up to a maximum of $1,000 per couple. A letter stating the nature of the financial need, along with supporting documents, is required for consideration. <br/>
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Contact: <br/>
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[[International Adoption]] Center <br/>
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7401 Old York Road <br/>
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Elkins Park, PA 19027 <br/>
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Phone: 215-782-1191  <br/>
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Fax: 215.782.1193 <br/>
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E-mail: info@adopthaw.org  <br/>
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Website: http://www.adoptlaw.org/tiac_htm/7specpro.htm
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=Source=
 
=Source=
 
Strickert, Mary.  '''Guide to [[International Adoption]]''' Originally published by [[Adoption]] Media, LLC.   
 
Strickert, Mary.  '''Guide to [[International Adoption]]''' Originally published by [[Adoption]] Media, LLC.   
[[Category: Affording Adoption]]
 
 
 
[[Category: Affording Adoption]]
 
[[Category: Affording Adoption]]

Revision as of 22:30, 13 August 2015

Some organizations and adoption agencies offer grants and/or low-interest loans to families who inquire and qualify for their program. Typically, grant programs are for specific children, countries, or other criteria specific to the organization offering the grant. Keep in mind that many other people are applying for the grants as well, so while you may fit all the criteria, you may not receive the grant.

The alluring aspect of adoption grants are the fact that they do not require repayment. While grants rarely cover the total expense of adoption fees, they can make a small dent.

You must be serious about your intent to adopt before most grant organizations will consider you for one of their grants. Therefore, you will want to have a favorable home study completed before you pursue adoption grants. It is not uncommon for the granting organization to require a small application fee, which is often non-refundable.

Researching Grants

When researching grants, be sure to look at the requirements (some are very specific about the religious affiliation or the type of adoption) and especially pay attention to when the organization processes and reviews grant applications. Most, if not all, have deadlines, some only review the applications at certain times of the year. Keep in mind that many grant organizations receive far more applications than they can offer grants, but many families do receive grants so it is worth your time and energy to pursue this option for generating income to fund your adoption related expenses.

Agency Grants

Ask your adoption agency about their grant programs. Most larger agencies have some sort of financial aid available.

Granting Organizations

There are many organizations offering grants for international adoptions:

Brittany's Hope
Gift of Adoption
God's Grace Adoption Ministry
HelpUsAdopt.org
Lifesong for Orphans
National Adoption Foundation
Show Hope
The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption
The Orphan Foundation

Source

Strickert, Mary. Guide to International Adoption Originally published by Adoption Media, LLC.