Spring is almost here! If you live in a place with frigid winter temperatures, there are few things more exciting than seeing the sun and feeling the warmth melt away the snow. Of course, the downside for me is the dreadful thought of spring cleaning and, what seems like, an annual home makeover. If you’re adopting and planning to do some spring cleaning, we suggest you wait until after March.

March is a BIG month for adoption grants! We’ve identified 8 and included each of the adoption grants, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines in March below to help you fund your adoption. And…don’t forget about the various organizations that accept grant applications on a rolling basis which allows you to apply anytime, typically after your home study has been approved. We recommend that you make adoption grants a priority and an important part of your funding strategy. Be sure to research each grant and application guidelines, take your time to fill out all the information correctly, and put forth a lot of effort to share your adoption story in a creative way that shows your personality.

Adoption Grants – March 2016

Grant OrganizationEligibility CriteriaDeadline
Promise 686 Amount: $500-$6,000
Income Restriction: None
Marital Status: Married
Religious Affiliation: Christian
Type of Adoption: Domestic, International
Other: Applicants must live in the Metro Atlanta area, specifically within 15 counties and three partial counties. Must have an approved home study and be working with a licensed 501(c)(3) adoption agency
March 1
National Adoption Foundation Amount: Up to $2,000
Income Restriction: None
Marital Status: All
Religious Affiliation: All
Type of Adoption: Domestic, International
Other: Must have an approved home study
March 15
Children’s Lantern Amount: $500
Income Restriction: None
Marital Status: Married and Single
Religious Affiliation: Christian
Type of Adoption: Domestic, International
Other: Must be a resident of IN, MI, OH. If you are approved to become a Featured Family, you will be required to take their fundraising class
March 27
Be The One Amount: Varies
Income Restriction: None
Marital Status: Married
Religious Affiliation: Christian
Type of Adoption: Domestic, International
Other: Must have an approved home study
March 31
Ibsen Adoption Network Amount: Varies
Income Restriction: None (must demonstrate financial need)
Marital Status: Married
Religious Affiliation: Christian
Type of Adoption: Special Needs (older child and siblings)
Other: Must live in the state of Washington. Apply after completing your home study and after receiving a child designation or referral
March 31
JSC Foundation Amount: Up to $20,000
Income Restriction: $120,000
Marital Status: Married
Religious Affiliation: Christian
Type of Adoption: Domestic, International
Other: Must be adopting through a licensed 501(c)(3) agency
March 31
Love Has Come Amount: Up to $5,000
Income Restriction: None
Marital Status: Single and Married
Religious Affiliation: Christian
Type of Adoption: Domestic, International
Other: Must have a referral and approved home study
March 31
Muskogee Church of Christ Amount: $1,500
Income Restriction: None
Marital Status: Married
Religious Affiliation: Christian
Type of Adoption: Domestic, International
Other: You do not have to attend this church to be eligible. Apply when you have an approved home study
March 31

Free Adoption Funding Kit

Don’t forget to get our FREE Adoption Funding Kit to learn how to launch your adoption fundraising the right way. This exclusive tool includes:

  • 5 Financial Worksheets For Home Study & Grant Applications
  • Step-By-Step Adoption Funding Checklist and Training Video
  • Funding Cheat Sheet With Our Favorite Resources
  • The Grant Matrix With Over 80 Adoption Grants
  • Learn To Get Organized and Much More!
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Jeremy Resmer

Child Advocate. Entrepreneur. Fitness Junkie. Parent. Jeremy is an adoption fundraising coach that provides creative strategies and resources that empower families to adopt without debt.

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