So here is my list gathered from those who've gone before me in this process, as well as research. I am not going to take the time to link the websites here because I figure if you've gotten all the way to my little blog, you can probably find your way around a search engine to find them. Be sure to read all of the requirements for each before you waste time filling them out and yet don't even qualify. (Lesson from experience)
I also suggest some sort of a running file folder system for pending applications you print out and a list to keep track of when you mailed etc. I like clipboards, so I have 1 now that just needs 1 bit of info so I have that info needed on a sticky note. I have another clipboard with a printed application that I'll begin next because it's deadline isn't until the end of this month.
Start with the 2 big ones...then save all of that info for others that will only vary a tad in their own ways.
- LifeSong for Orphans
- Show Hope (Steven Curtis Chapman's)
- Chosen and Dearly Loved - connected with LifeSong
- God's Grace Adoption Ministry
- JSC Foundation
- Gift of Adoption - requires a $50 fee to apply
- A Child Waits - I did pay the $20 apply fee for this one.
- Forever Families
- Families Outreach
- Lydias Fund
- Sowing Roots
- Karen Kingsbury - wants you to wait until you're in the final stages
- Rollstone Foundation
- Trusting Him Adoption
- Joseph's Dreamcoat aka Orphan Outreach
- Eph320 -opens in June
- FBC Livingston Adoption
- Katelyn's Fund
- Baptist Minister's Adoption Fund - NAMB
The experts say that the best tip/advice they have is to email and ask these organizations if they've received all of the application information they need from you. This proactivity shows your need and puts your name in someone's eyes. Most importantly, be sure to pray for favor with each and every ministry that you apply to and praise God for how He will provide, no matter which way He chooses.
