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International Adoption Grant Program

A Child Waits Foundation's International Adoption Grant Program is designed to help children who are living in international orphanages or international foster care to become part of a family. Our program is dedicated to helping families complete their adoption and bring their children home by providing grants to help with some of the cost of their adoption.

Eligibility Criteria

We accept applications from anyone adopting internationally, regardless of race, age,
ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation or disability. 

United States or Canadian Citizens

Adopting Internationally

Current Gross Income Less Than $150,000*

*See FAQ's for more information. 

When to Apply

After you have: 

  • Chosen an Adoption Agency

  • Completed the Home Study

  • Accepted a Child's Referral

You may apply without a referral, however a final decision can't be made until after the child's referral information is sent to A Child Waits Foundation.

Selection of Applicants

The selection of applicants is based on a combination of the following factors:

  • ​Needs of the Child

  • Cost of the Adoption

  • Families' Financial Situation

  • Availability of Funds at A Child Waits Foundation   

Our Application Procedures

Ongoing Process

Submission
to Board

Expedited Applications 

Adoption Delays

Child's Photo & Medical 

Notification

Our process is ongoing and applications are accepted at any time during the year.  There are no application deadlines to be met.

All applications are presented to the Board of Directors for their review, final decision and grant amount. 

Under special circumstances, A Child Waits  can expedite the grant review process.  

If your adoption is significantly delayed, updated information may be requested.

If the country or agency prohibits sharing the photo and medical of the child you are adopting, you may still apply.

All grant applicants will be notified of the Board's decision whether approved or denied. 

Foundation Process Once Application is Received

Step 1: Preliminary Assessment

When an application is received, there will be a preliminary assessment to be sure the application is complete and the adoption meets our general criteria. 

Step 2: Adoption Status and Board Decision

Grant funds will be sent close to your final travel date.  You will be contacted to clarify any remaining questions or changes before your application is submitted to the Board. Our Board will then review your application, make a decision and the family will be notified.  

Step 3: Disbursement of Funds

Grant funds will be paid for qualified adoption expenses, including agency fees, and in-country and travel costs at the time of final travel date, to bring their child home. ​If at that time, all agency fees have been paid, the grant funds can be sent to the family.  

 

Grant amounts are based on several factors, but will usually not exceed $7,500.​​

International Grant/Loan Program

For international adoption, families have the option to apply for a grant and loan and can be eligible to receive a total of $10,000 in combined grant and loan funds.  Applying for a loan will not impact the applicants ability to receive a grant.  For more information please see our Loan Program page.

After You Are Home

A Child Waits Foundation requests a brief summary of your adoption and pictures after your child is home.  If the family gives written consent, A Child Waits Foundation may use your pictures and adoption summary, without last names, on our website or other publications. 

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