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Adoption & Family Resources

We believe God’s heart is for every child to know the love and safety of family. Here are some trusted places to learn, pray, and take next steps.

**Idaho Wednesday’s Child**  
Spotlighting Idaho kids in foster care who are waiting for a forever family. Pray over their stories and consider how God may be leading you.  
➡️ https://idahowednesdayschild.org/

**Idaho Department of Health & Welfare – Adoption**  
Official information about adoption and foster care in Idaho, including requirements and support.  
➡️ https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/services-programs/children-families-older-adults/child-and-family-services-and-foster-care/adoption

**Lifeline Children’s Services**  
Christ-centered adoption and orphan care ministry helping the Church live out James 1:27 through adoption, foster care, and global care.  
➡️ https://lifelinechild.org/

**Show Hope**  
Founded by Steven Curtis Chapman’s family, Show Hope offers grants and resources to help Christian families overcome financial and emotional barriers to adoption.  
➡️ https://showhope.org/

**Focus on the Family – Foster Care & Adoption**  
Biblically-based teaching, stories, and practical tools for families exploring foster care or adoption.  
➡️ https://www.focusonthefamily.com/resources-adoption-foster-care/

**Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption**  
A highly respected nonprofit focused on finding permanent families for children lingering in foster care. A strong partner to pray for and learn from.  
➡️ https://www.davethomasfoundation.org/

**Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development (TBRI®)**  
Trauma-informed parenting tools that reflect God’s heart for healing, connection, and restoration for children from hard places.  
➡️ https://child.tcu.edu/tbri/

**FamilyBuilding.com**  
Practical help for adoption, foster, and private adoptions, with tools to guide families through each step of the process.  
➡️ https://www.familybuilding.com/