Does Adoption Really Cost Too Much??

Over the next few weeks I would like to address some common adoption myths. Many times these myths serve as road blocks for families wishing to pursue adoption. Let’s get started with the myth or concern that is probably at the top of most families’ list. It was certainly at the top of my list!

Here is an excerpt a Hope for Orphans publication....

* “Adoption costs too much”

Reality: Depending on the circumstances, the cost of adoption ranges from nothing to $30,000. But you may not know just how much assistance is available for parents who adopt. For example, you can take advantage of the $10,000 federal adoption tax credit.
 In addition, grants for thousands of dollars are often available to families pursuing adoption. Other options may include adoption funding programs at your place of employments, reductions in fees for special needs adoptions, and financial assistance from your church. All of these make adoption affordable for almost anyone willing to pursue the available options. In the end, if the Lord is calling you to adopt, He will provide the finances for your child.

* This information is excerpted from Welcome Home: Eight Steps to Adoption, Copyright © 2004, 2005, 2006  FamilyLife. Used with permission. http://www.hopefororphans.org/

• What do you think? 
• Do you think it costs too much? 
• How do you think that the cost could be controlled or reduced? 
• Do you think that the costs involved make it seem like people are 'buying a child'?
• What would you like to tell goverments or adoption professionals regarding costs?

For more information on financing for adoptions, please visit http://www.resources4adoption.com/.