Gift of Adoption Fund

This non profit 501 (c)(3) corporation provides grants to adoptive parents in order to alleviate the financial burden of the adoption process.  It is the only organization in the world with this mission.

Adoption Tax Credit

Many families qualify for the adoption tax credit against their Federal Income Taxes. Currently the tax credit is $11,600. Please check with your accountant for more information.

Employee Adoption Assistance Programs

Many employers offer adoption assistance to adoptive parents.  Large companies such as Wal-Mart, Coke and Budweiser have offered benefits to adoptive families in the past. These credits may be anywhere from $1000. To $5000.  Be sure to check with your employer to see if they offer such a program.

Military Subsidies

If you are an active duty member of the Armed Forces of the United States , you may be eligible for a $2000. Per child, military subsidy.  Check with your base commander for more information.

Family Medical Leave Act

The Family Medical Leave Act is a Federal law that requires employers of more than 50 workers to give full-time employees up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for the birth or adoption of a child.

Chase New Additions

Chase has partnered with the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption to help adoptive families finance adoption.  This is a home equity line of credit specifically designed to assist prospective adoptive families. 1-866-345-7687 or www.chase.com/NewAdditions

Adoption Assurance

Adoption Assurance is an insurance policy that covers an adoption for a child less than two years old arranged through and approved adoption attorney. 1-800-966-9304 or www.adoptionassurance.com

PayPal

An internet service, that allows you to pay for adoption expenses and fees, with your credit card.  If you have a PayPal account use littleangelsadoption@embarqmail.com

The PayPal fees will be subtracted from the amount paid.