2023 Recruiter of the Year: Andrea from Utah - Blog Sep 26, 2023
Andrea, a Wendy’s Wonderful Kids recruiter from Utah, was recognized by the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption as a 2023 Recruiter of the Year for her dedication to finding permanent families for the longest-waiting children in foster care. Read More
Maximizing Benefits: How American Express is Helping Employees Build their Families Through Adoption - Blog Sep 22, 2023
Erin, a Senior Manager of Global Premium Content at American Express, waited more than a year to finally meet her son after starting her adoption journey. With the help and support of American Express, she was able to be present during her son’s birth and during those critical first days together. Read More
From Dreamers to Parents: How the Fetzer Institute Made A Couple’s Dream of Adoption Come True - Blog Sep 22, 2023
Rob and Kirstin dreamt of their future family since they were teenagers. Touched by the love from those around them, they knew early on that adoption would be part of their story. Kirstin advocated for adoption benefits to her employer, the Fetzer Institute, and with their support, the couple grew their family through adoption. Read More
2023 Recruiter of the Year: Michael from Kentucky - Blog Sep 18, 2023
The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption recognized Michael, a Wendy’s Wonderful Kids recruiter from Kentucky, as a 2023 Recruiter of the Year during the annual Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Summit. With an optimistic personality and willingness to overcome challenges, Michael has had a life-changing impact in finding forever families for the longest-waiting children in foster care. Read More
Building Trust and an Unbreakable Bond: Merriah’s Story - Blog Sep 11, 2023
Merriah was placed in foster care at age 6 after enduring abuse and neglect. For nine long years, she waited for a permanent place to call home. Fortunately, with support from the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption and her Wendy’s Wonderful Kids adoption recruiter, Merriah was adopted by Emilie and John just before her 15th birthday. Read More
Terry Stigdon joins Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption Board of Trustees - Press Releases Sep 1, 2023
The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, a national nonprofit public charity, welcomed Terry Stigdon as a member of its board of trustees, serving a three-year term. Read More
Building Bright Futures for Youth in Foster Care - Blog Aug 22, 2023
The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption believes that every child deserves a forever family and the best possible opportunity for a bright future. Read stories from youth who after lingering in foster care for years, can now focus on their futures with the stability and security of a permanent home. Read More
Supporter Spotlight: Mike Welch - Blog Aug 17, 2023
Mike Welch OBE is President and CEO of Tirebuyer.com. He recently spoke with the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption about his experience growing up in foster care and his path to success in his professional and personal life. Read More
Reflections of a Child Welfare Professional: Karen, Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Supervisor - Blog Aug 9, 2023
Wendy’s Wonderful Kids adoption professionals, like Karen from Ontario, are dedicated to finding permanent families for children who have been waiting in foster care the longest. Read Karen’s reflections on this life-changing work and why she is a champion for the Foundation’s child-focused recruitment model. Read More
2023 Recruiter of the Year: Anna from Michigan - Blog Aug 9, 2023
Anna, a Wendy’s Wonderful Kids recruiter from Michigan, was recognized by the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption as a 2023 Recruiter of the Year for her life-changing service on behalf of children lingering in foster care who are too often overlooked. Read More