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5 Things People Get Wrong About Single-Parent Adoption and Foster Care

Single people who want to foster or adopt a child for a wide variety of reasons, but there might be some...

By Parents
July 30, 2025
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Laying Down Fears to Become a Family: Kyleigh’s Story

“I want to be a teacher,” Kyleigh said. “And if I didn’t have a parent, then I don’t think...
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A Family That Stays: Bridgett’s Story

As classmates enjoyed their holiday parties and treats, conversation buzzed about everyone’s plans...
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Celebrating Siblings Brought Together Through Adoption

We celebrate the bond of siblings brought together through foster care adoption with help from our generous...
Blog

My World Is So Much Brighter

The Foundation originally shared Maci’s adoption story in October 2018. We caught up with her in June...
Blog

Building Forever Families: Adoption Preparedness

Breaking down the ‘why’ behind certain behaviors allows families to consider the context of a child...
Research

Child Welfare Perceptions About Achieving Legal Permanency

The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption first commissioned The Harris Poll in 2022 to survey child welfare...
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5 Myths About Foster Care Adoption

Unfortunately, myths surrounding foster care and adoption can give many potential parents pause.
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Dave Thomas adoption foundation hits milestone

The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption announced that its Wendy’s Wonderful Kids program has helped...

By NBC4
February 19, 2025

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