Process Overview - "Say Yes"™ Adoption Grants
In following with the policies of our grant partner, Lifesong for Orphans, our goal is for children to be adopted into traditional, 2-parent Christian families. We also have a special "Downright Lovable" grant dedicated to families adopting children with Down syndrome. We determine what financial assistance will be offered based on the following criteria:
- Leading of the Holy Spirit as the selection committee prays for wisdom
- The needs of the child (special needs, older child, etc.)
- The financial need of prospective adoptive parents
- Letter showing support from the church you attend
- Availability of funds
HOW TO GET STARTED
- Submit your completed "Say Yes"™ grant application (download below) after your homestudy is complete and you have been matched with a child.
- To comply with IRS guidelines and ECFA best practice, we must receive your complete application before a child is placed in your home.
- Due to the volume of applications received, please allow 4 to 6 weeks for processing.
- We will prayerfully consider your request and make a determination, indicating the specific amount (if approved). You will receive notification from Open Hearts for Orphans via email at that time.
- If you requested any of the additional funding resources through Lifesong, they will make contact with you directly.
- Any questions or status updates can be sent to openheartsfororphansorg@gmail.com
"SAY YES" ™ IN PARTNERSHIP WITH LIFESONG FOR ORPHANS
WHY LIFESONG?
We've aligned ourselves with Lifesong for these reasons:
- They are a trustworthy organization with a history of being good stewards with ECFA Accreditation.
- They share our same belief system.
- They are committed to giving 100% of our donations to the families who need the funds.
- Aligning with Lifesong allows our grant families to additionally apply for financial assistance through interest-free loans, matching grants, and personal crowdfunding sites.
