Lung Transplant Survivor Seeking Adoption Support

Meet Jared and Nicole. Today is Tuesday, June 14, 2024. Five years ago, Nicole underwent a bilateral lung transplant due to the progression of her cystic fibrosis. Present day, Nicole and Jared are experienced foster parents. They are home study approved, and they're ready to expand their family through open adoption. You can follow their journey via Adoption Blog. (#JaredAndNicoleAdopt)

They are waiting to "go live" on their adoption agency's website. Sadly, the average cost of a domestic adoption in 2024 is between $40,000 and $75,000+, so they're hoping this community can lend a helping hand.

"As of 6/14/24, we owe a balance of $26,500+. This balance will be due within three days of 'matching' with a birth mother, so time is of the essence."

Here's the breakdown:

The Timing: "Once this check list is complete, we (the adoptive parents) are eligible to 'go live' on our agency’s website. It's at that point that we're eligible to be chosen by a birth mother, or 'matched.' The timing, however, is tricky. We can only apply for grants once we have an approved home study in hand. We have a handful of grants drafted and ready to launch, but... will the timing work out? Will we be awarded these grants? How many match opportunities will we miss out on in the interim? As long-term foster parents, we’ve grown accustomed to being the 'for now' family. We’ve even been a support system and mentors to the biological parents. Although we adore fostering, our hearts break each time we have to say goodbye to a child. We are hopeful that adoption will allow us to welcome a child home permanently."

Call To Action: "Thank you for taking the time to read our story. We're thankful for every breath, and we're excited to welcome a child home without having to say goodbye! If there's anything you can give, please do!"

Warm hugs,

Jared and Nicole

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If you know someone who is experiencing an unplanned pregnancy or is ready to make an adoption plan, get in touch. [Foster agency contact and adoption profile launching soon.]