National Adoption Month
November 1 – 30, 2010
Get In-the-Know!
National Adoption Month has come a long way from its roots as Adoption Week in the state of Massachussetts over 30 years ago! 2010 will be the 20th year that the month of November has been dedicated to promoting awareness of the need for permanent families for children in U.S. foster care – and around the world.
August 26: Nia Vardalos Confirmed as 2010 National Adoption Day Spokesperson Award-winning actress/writer/director and adoptive parent steps out to support foster care adoption – PRNewswire
Gear Up!
Attend the CHSFS webinar How to Help the World Celebrate Adoption during National Adoption Month on October 16.
Use the Print & Multimedia Materials (posters, flyers and presentations) available at chsfs.org/waitingchild to spread the word in your area about adoption.
Post news about the event that you are planning on CHSFS' Facebook page!
Get Going!
Here is just a sampling of the organized opportunities available durring National Adoption Month! Take time – privately or publically; with a group or independently; for a minute or the whole month – to reflect on how adoption has impacted your life. Commit to a single activity or create a calendar with an idea for each day.
November 3: International Adoption Information Meeting with Catholic Charities (North Carolina)
Learn about the children waiting for their adoptive families, their birth countries, and the process of adoption through a no cost, no obligation online webinar. Our information meetings provide details on both the process of adopting and the many programs available. Raleigh, NC; 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. EDT
November 4: International Adoption Information Meeting (Minnesota)
Learn about the children waiting for their adoptive families, their birth countries, and the process of adoption through a no cost, no obligation online webinar. Our information meetings provide details on both the process of adopting and the many programs available. CHSFS Main office; 9 a.m.-noon CDT
November 7: Orphan Sunday (Nationwide)
Churches around the nation will be spreading the word about children in need of permanent families. Contact CHSFS (intchild@chsfs.org) to get a PowerPoint presentation on CD so that you can share with your congregation or use the PDF version found in the Print & Multimedia Materials on our website. You can also find resources at orphansunday.org.
November 7: Circus of the Heart (Minnesota)
Join MN ADOPT for the kick off of Minnesota Adoption Awareness Month in honor of families who have grown through adoption and are waiting to adopt children under state guardianship. Oakdale; 1 - 4 p.m. CST
November 8: International Adoption Information Meeting (Nationwide)
Learn about the children waiting for their adoptive families, their birth countries, and the process of adoption through a no cost, no obligation online webinar. Our information meetings provide details on both the process of adopting and the many programs available. Online; Noon-1 p.m. CST
November 11: Talking About the Tough Stuff (Nationwide)
A CHSFS webinar for adoptive families about how to talk to their children about adoption – even when it's tough! Online; Noon-1 p.m. CST
November 13: Little Red Ball (Minnesota)
CHSFS' annual family-friendly gala featuring dinner, interactive activities for children and adults, entertainment, a silent auction, raffle and more to kick off the Little Red Stocking campaign and raise vital support for vulnerable children and families in our community. Target Field, Minneapolis; 5:30 p.m.
November 15: International Adoption Information Meeting (Minnesota and Western Wisconsin)
Learn about the children waiting for their adoptive families, their birth countries, and the process of adoption through a no cost, no obligation online webinar. Our information meetings provide details on both the process of adopting and the many programs available. Online; 6-7:30 p.m. CST
November 16: International Adoption Information Meeting (Maryland)
Learn about the children waiting for their adoptive families, their birth countries, and the process of adoption through a no cost, no obligation online webinar. Our information meetings provide details on both the process of adopting and the many programs available. CHSFS Maryland Office; 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. EST
November 18: Celebrating Ethiopia and Giving Back During the Holiday Season (Nationwide)
A CHSFS webinar for families who have adopted from Ethiopia. Online; Noon-1 p.m. CST
November 18: International Adoption Information Meeting (Nationwide)
Learn about the children waiting for their adoptive families, their birth countries, and the process of adoption through a no cost, no obligation online webinar. Our information meetings provide details on both the process of adopting and the many programs available. Online; 6-7 p.m. CST
November 19: Russia and Ethiopia Adoption Information Meeting with Spence-Chapin (New York)
Learn about the children waiting for their adoptive families, their birth countries, and the process of adoption through a no cost, no obligation online webinar. Our information meetings provide details on both the process of adopting and the many programs available. New York, NY; 6-8 p.m. EST
November 20: National Adoption Day (Nationwide)
A national day of celebration of adoptive families and an opportunity for courts to open their doors and finalize the adoptions of children from foster care. Families, adoption advocates, policymakers, judges and volunteers will come together and celebrate adoption in communities large and small all across the nation.
Find an event in your area
November 20: 'It Takes A Village' Shopping Event (Maryland)
Get a head start on your holiday shopping while supporting CHSFS! Ten Thousand Villages in Rockville, Md. will donate a portion of all purchases made in their store to CHSFS. Come meet CHSFS staff, enjoy some light refreshments, and buy fair trade artisan-crafts from more than 38 countries - including many of the countries with which CHSFS works to place children in need. Rockville, MD; 5 - 9 p.m. EST
November 20: International Adoption Information Meeting (Minnesota)
Learn about the children waiting for their adoptive families, their birth countries, and the process of adoption through a no cost, no obligation online webinar. A panel of adoptive families will join us to share their adoption experiences. Our information meetings provide details on both the process of adopting and the many programs available. CHSFS Main office; 9 a.m.-noon CST
November 20: International Adoption Information Meeting with Catholic Charities (New Jersey)
Learn about the children waiting for their adoptive families, their birth countries, and the process of adoption through a no cost, no obligation online webinar. Our information meetings provide details on both the process of adopting and the many programs available. Kearny, NJ; 10-noon EST
November 21: 2010 Celebration of Lights (Minnesota)
An event for adoptive families with children from India and for families waiting to adopt from India. CHSFS Main office; 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. CST
November 21: Adoptive Parents Committee Adoption Conference (New York)
The 30th Annual Adoptive Parents Committee Adoption Conference serves to promote a better awareness and understanding of adoption and provide members with accurate information concerning adoption and parenting issues. Brooklyn, New York; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
November 23: Community Forum on Children & Families (Minnesota)
CHSFS is excited to host public officials from all levels of government as well as clients and partners for a FREE and fun that will bring together stakeholders to get to know each other and share ideas on topics of importance to families in our community. CHSFS Main office; 5:30 - 8 p.m. CST
November 29: International Adoption Information Meeting (Minnesota and Western Wisconsin)
Learn about the children waiting for their adoptive families, their birth countries, and the process of adoption through a no cost, no obligation online webinar. Our information meetings provide details on both the process of adopting and the many programs available. Online; Noon-1 p.m. CST
November 30: International Adoption Information Meeting (Virginia)
Learn about the children waiting for their adoptive families, their birth countries, and the process of adoption through a no cost, no obligation online webinar. Our information meetings provide details on both the process of adopting and the many programs available. CHSFS Virginia Office; 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. EST
Keep the Momentum!
December 1: Building Our Adoption Circle: An event for relatives and friends (Minnesota)
Bring friends and family to learn what adoption means to all of you. This workshop is for the people closest to you and will help educate them about the joys and realities of adoption. CHSFS Eustis Office; 7-9 p.m. CST
December 5: CHSFS East Holiday Open House (Maryland)
Join CHSFS staff and other DC-area families for our annual open house and cultural craft sale. Enjoy refreshments, camaraderie and pick up items that celebrate your family's diverse culture - just in time for the holidays! CHSFS Maryland Office; 2-4:30 p.m. EST
December 22: A Home for the Holidays (Nationwide)
This heartwarming holiday special will air on Wednesday, December 22, 2010, featuring all-star talent. See the joy of having a family through the eyes of a child -- not just for the holidays, but forever. Presented by the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption and Children's Action Network, and sponsored by Wendy's.
