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“Everything Became Different” | Meet Koi
Thank you for loving and supporting our kids in Thailand through child sponsorships, giving, and praying. Enjoy this update from our teammate, Jason Glass. We first met Koi in 2012. He was 7 years old, living on a construction site. While some of the other children on the…
Adoption Is Daunting… And That’s Okay
International adoption is costly. (In more ways than one.) For that reason, and many others, the whole process—from fundraising to homecoming to finding a routine—can seem intimidating, challenging, daunting. But one mom we walked alongside recently described the experience well. She said: It is both daunting and a…
5 Verses Every Adopting Family Should Learn
The family who adopts a child (or children) is embarking on a big journey and needs big encouragement. Thankfully, we have a big God Who has given us His Word, sufficient for every aspect of adoption. Here are 5 verses every adopting family should learn. All 5 of these…
Meet the Winslows: An Adoption Story
Two months ago, the Winslow family brought home two children. Like so many adoption stories, theirs was not easy or quick, but it was filled with affirmations that God was with them—and with their children—every step of the way. The Winslows received a Lifesong matching grant, made possible…
My Daughter’s Birthmother Is My Real-Life Superhero
Guest Post from Francina Kahl, Founder of Be Still Tea Our adoption journey began in the middle of 2012. I was pregnant, and we had just found out that we were going to have a third son. My only daughter at the time looked at me and said,…
Responding to Hurtful Words from an Adopted Child
The adoption journey is filled with healing and hurtful words. If you're an adoptive parent (as I am), you probably know this by now. And if you're just getting started, you'll probably learn soon enough that some of the most healing and hurtful words are said within the…
Exciting News: School is Back in Session in Zambia!
Thank you for supporting vulnerable kids around the world. We're excited to share some good news today from Kristie Cobb and our team in Zambia–. . Life in 2020 hasn't been easy for anyone under any circumstances ... So imagine life in 2020 in a developing country! There…
Adopting? Here’s Why You Should Apply for Grants.
Nearly one year ago, after we supported the adoption of her daughter through a matching grant, we received a letter from a mom named Kendall. It's filled with gratitude and encouragement. Her letter also displays some key benefits of applying for adoption grants. Maybe you're just setting out…
The Power of a Seed: My Journey in Foster Care
My name is Crystal Williams, and I am a former foster youth. I aged out of the foster care system at the age of 18, and I was so blessed to be able to be in a family that decided to adopt me when I turned 25 years…
Small Matters: 9 Powerful Quotes
Small matters: little things can (re)make a life. Small matterswas the theme for the CAFO2020 Summit that was held last week. And like so many other events in our lives this year, the Summit looked very different than usual. Typically, over 2000 people from 100+ nations gather…