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Some organizations and [[Adoption Agencies|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.
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Some [[organizations]] and [[Adoption Agencies|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.
 
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.
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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|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=
 
=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:
  
'''Adorable Adoption''' <br/>
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[[Brittany's Hope]]<br />
Adorable Adoption offers grants for qualified families who are pursuing international adoption with the Yunona [[Adoption Agency|adoption agency]]. Grants are as follows: $2,000 per one child or $4,000 for two children. You must send a letter explaining why adoption is a hardship for you. <br/>
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[[Gift of Adoption]]<br />
Direct inquiries to: Adorable Adoption <br/>
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[[God's Grace Adoption Ministry]]<br />
Attn: Grant Request <br/>
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[[HelpUsAdopt.org]]<br />
1131 Balboa Street <br/>
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[[Lifesong for Orphans]]<br />
San Francisco, CA 94118 <br/>
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[[National Adoption Foundation]]<br />
Phone: 415-305-6381 <br/>
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[[Show Hope]]<br />
Fax: 775-258-4149 <br/>
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[[The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption]]<br />
E-mail: info@adorableadoption.com <br/>
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[[The Orphan Foundation]]<br />
Website: http://www.adorableadoption.com/grants.htm
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'''JSW Adoption Foundation''' <br/>
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The JSW Adoption Foundation is a private foundation established to assist potential [[Adoptive Parents|adoptive parents]] by providing cash grants to subsidize a portion of the adoption expenses. Grants awarded are valued at $2,000 and up. Preference is given to childless applicants and those who are experiencing extraordinary hardship and financial need. <br/>
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For further information, contact: <br/>
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JSW Adoption Foundation  <br/>
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127 East Main Street, Suite 5  <br/>
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Port [[Washington]], WI 53074  <br/>
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Phone: 262-268-1386 <br/>
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Website: http://www.jsw-adoption.org 
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'''[[Christian Adoption]] Resources''' <br/>
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Prospective adoptive couples may apply for a grant after they have an approved home study from a licensed [[Adoption Agency|adoption agency]]. Their [[Adoption Agency|adoption agency]] must provide a letter of recommendation. <br/>
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For more details, contact:  <br/>
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[[Christian Adoption]] Resources Inc <br/>
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P.O. Box 253 <br/>
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Mount Joy, PA 17552 <br/>
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Phone: 717-492-1868 <br/>
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E-mail: CARIMinistries@aol.com  <br/>
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Website: http://www.christianadoptionresources.org/
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'''Gift of Adoption Fund''' <br/>
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Gift of Adoption Fund Applicants must have a completed and approved home study prepared by a qualified agency or professional licensed in the state in which they reside before they can apply for a grant. Applicants are evaluated based on their income, assets, liabilities, earning potential, and other financial resource opportunities. Preference is given to applicants who are experiencing extraordinary financial hardship. Examples of this include adopting a [[Special Needs|special needs]] child and/or situational hardship on the part of the parents. Grant amounts vary between $2,000 and $5,000. Grants are awarded monthly. <br/>
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To learn more, contact:  <br/>
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Gift of Adoption Fund  <br/>
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101 East Pier Street, 1st Floor <br/>
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Port [[Washington]], WI 53074 <br/>
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Phone: 262-268-1386 or 877-905-2367 <br/>
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Fax: 262-268-1387 <br/>
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E-mail: info@giftofadoption.org <br/>
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Website: http://www.jsw-adoption.org/ 
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'''His Kids, Too!''' <br/>
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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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For more information, contact:  <br/>
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His Kids, Too! PMB # 180, 3491 <br/>
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Thomasville Rd. Tallahassee, FL 32309 <br/>
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E-mail: Hiskidstoo2@aol.com  <br/>
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Website: http://www.hiskidstoo.org
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'''Love Knows No Borders''' <br/>
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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. 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 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 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.   
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Strickert, Mary.  '''Guide to [[International Adoption]]''' Originally published by [[Adoption]] Media, LLC.   
[[Category: Affording Adoption]]
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[[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.