Adopt Link
A worldwide adoption facilitation and networking service, linking prospective adoptive parents to adoption professionals who are seeking adoptive families for the birthmothers they assist, both domestic and abroad.

Adoptive Families of America Adoption Magazine
The largest national adoptive family non-profit support organization (20,000 members).

Bethany Christian Services
A Christian adoption and family services agency. Bethany is the parent organization of Stepping Stones. Through many of its 70+ offices in the United States, Bethany offers both domestic and international adoption services.

Jewell Among Jewels Adoption Network, Inc.
Through writing and speaking, Jewell Among Jewels seeks to honor, educate, and encourage those touched by adoption.

The National Adoption Clearinghouse
A comprehensive resource on all aspects of adoption.

New Life Family Services
At New Life Family Services we understand that couples come to an adoption decision with a range of emotions and often many questions. Some couples have thought about adoption for several years, while others have recently started exploring their decision to adopt. No matter where you are at in the process, our staff is here to answer questions and support you throughout the process.

Sunny Ridge Family Center
Sunny Ridge is a Christian adoption agency, originally a Children's home, a ministry of the BGC. We serve adoptive and birth parents in Indiana and Illinois and also take applications all over the US for our direct placement International programs. We welcome Christian adoptive parent applicants.

Tapestry Books
Tapestry Books specializes in adoption, infertility and parenting challenges books. Nations largest mail order e-company specializing in adoption.

Helpful Articles & Fact Sheets About Adoption


Minnesota Adoption Resources

Adoption Option
Comprehensive listing of Minnesota Adoption Agencies The Adoption Option Committee Inc. was organized to promote adoption as a selected outcome for unintended pregnancy. Volunteers work to assure accurate and fair consideration of adoption planning, to inform and educate the public to the validity of adoption, and to provide financial support to birth parents who choose this option. AOCI stands for positive perceptions about adoption, and for affirmation of birth parents who make this courageous and difficult choice for the sake of their children.

Hearts Like Hannah Support Group
Provides encouragement, support, and friendship for those dealing with infertility, miscarriage, adoption and more. Currently the group meets at Christ Community Church in Rochester four times a year in January, April, July, and October but also meets periodically at other times.
Contact: Call 507-282-5569 or email for questions, details or directions.

Minnesota Adoption Resource Network (MARN)
MARN believes every child deserves a safe, nurturing home. Through website, publications, and Thursday's Child features,they advocate and raise awareness for Minnesota's Waiting Children. In addition, they provide adoption information, education and resources to parents and professionals including teachers, health care providers, therapists, and social workers who assist the families.

Patiently Waiting Support Group
This group is established to provide compassionate support for individuals and couples through their journey of infertility and/or adoption in a safe Christian environment. Currently the group meets in Shoreview the first Tuesday of each month to discuss and offer support on adoption.
Contact: Kari Nokken 651-486-3806 or by email.