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Arkansas Children Are Waiting
If the thought of adoption has ever crossed your mind, there are children and teens looking for a place to call their own right here in Arkansas. Every Child Arkansas, in collaboration with Project Zero and DCFS, provides you with valuable insights into the world of adoption.
Your decision to explore adoption can bring joy and change lives forever. Let’s make a difference in the lives of these wonderful children and teens right here in Arkansas.
A collection of professional photographs of children in foster care waiting to be adopted
what you should know about adoption
A common misconception is the ability to “foster to adopt.”
The primary goal of foster care remains reunification with the birth family whenever possible, and there might be legal or other challenges that can delay or prevent adoption. Foster parents play a pivotal role as partners and advocates for the birth family, supporting and encouraging reunification efforts.
There’s a crucial and urgent need for permanent and loving families, especially for older children, those with special needs, or sibling groups.
These deserving children are legally eligible for adoption and are actively seeking loving homes. Project Zero shines a light on this need and introduces you to these amazing children and teens awaiting homes through the Heart Gallery.
The domestic adoption process involves birth parents voluntarily placing their child for adoption and selecting adoptive parents.
Prospective adoptive parents often collaborate with private adoption agencies or attorneys to help these families navigate the legal process. Private adoption may be the best route for families seeking to adopt infants.
From Our Community
I continue to watch and walk alongside families as they lean into the Lord to lead them through this calling of caring for kids in need. Some come boldly and without fear and others come with questions and trepidation, but all come back to the knowledge that God is calling them to serve kids in need of safe and loving homes.Anonymous AREA 1 CASEWORKER
My dreams for the youth in the foster care system is for them to find themselves and become a part of their version of a family. Family can mean many different things! I want them to love themselves for who they are. Self love is more important than you’ll ever know!Lauren Former Youth in care
Thank you for allowing us to love on those babies tonight! We enjoyed every minute! Witnessing the pure joy and excitement of those precious children will be a snapshot in myVolunteer FOSTER PARENT’S NIGHT OUT HOSTED AT A BENTON, ARKANSAS CHURCH
memory for a lifetime. You guys are amazing!
Next Steps in Exploring Adoption
Research
Decide what type of adoption you would like to pursue to grow your family
Take time to research private adoption, adoption from foster care, and other methods of adoption. The process and cost vary to adopt, so explore the choices and decide what is right for you.
learn
Contact Project Zero for more information and explore the Heart Gallery
to learn more about children and teens waiting for homes in Arkansas. Learn from current adoptive parents and their experiences on their adoption journey.
start
You can start by filling out an inquiry form with Project Zero
Their staff can help you navigate your initial steps if you plan to adopt children or teens waiting for a home. Another step you can take is to explore the requirements to adopt and start your inquiry with DCFS
