Families Waiting to Adopt
Meet Our Families
Our wonderful adoptive families are screened and ready to provide a loving home.
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Want to learn more about one of our waiting families? Please contact Stephanie Busch at:
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Programs and Services
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- Child Services
- AdoptionOur adoption programs provide comprehensive support and guidance to birth parents, adoptive parents, and most importantly, the child.
- Types of AdoptionLooking to adopt a child? Whether you’re looking for infant adoption, foster-to-adopt, or international adoption services, we’re here to walk alongside you.
- Children Waiting For AdoptionEvery day, there are children waiting for a loving family to adopt them. Meet children looking for their forever home through our agency.
- Families Waiting to AdoptWe can connect you with a family that meets your adoption needs. Our wonderful adoptive families are screened, licensed, and ready to provide a loving home.
- Pregnant and Considering Adoption?Our experienced counselors help you explore whether parenting or adoption is the best option for you and your child. We offer adoption planning, counseling, and more.
- Post Adoption Records SearchIf your adoption was completed by Catholic Charities West Michigan, we may be able to help you access important post adoption record information.
- Foster CareFor over 50 years, we have been providing professional support and compassionate care to foster families across West Michigan.
- Become a Licensed HomeFoster care provides a temporary, safe, and nurturing home to children who have been removed from their home due to abuse or neglect. Apply to become a licensed home today.
- Foster Service LocationsWest Michigan is in desperate need for families willing to open up their homes to foster children in need. These kids need nurturing adults on their side. Connect with us today.
- CASA Visit HouseWhen families are navigating the challenges of foster care, CASA Visit House offers a safe, welcoming space to reconnect in a nurturing, anxiety-free environment.
- AdoptionOur adoption programs provide comprehensive support and guidance to birth parents, adoptive parents, and most importantly, the child.
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- Family & Parenting Services
- Fathers MatterFathers Matter is a 13-week, men-only curriculum centered on strengthening and empowering fathers to lovingly lead and care for their children.
- Healthy FamiliesOur Family Support Workers help connect you with community resources and services to help you and your family thrive.
- Pregnancy SupportYour pregnancy can create a lot of emotions and questions. Our professional team is ready to assist you with counseling, finding prenatal care, helping with insurance issues, offering resource referrals, and more.
- State Programs
- Behavioral HealthWe work to help individuals facing the challenges of everyday life offering a variety of counseling services in various locations throughout Michigan.
- Family PreservationWe assist and support “at risk” families through strength-based, solution-focused services. By reducing risks, resolving differences, and improving interactions, families learn essential skills to incorporate into the home and help them flourish.
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- Community Resources
- God's KitchenWe serve a noontime hot meal in the Heartside Neighborhood of Grand Rapids. Guests are welcomed on a walk-in basis with no questions and no qualifiers.
- St. Gianna's No Cost Baby BoutiqueOur no-cost baby and toddler boutiques offer a wide selection of free items and free safety classes to enhance infant and toddler care, along with in-home pregnancy counseling services and other resources.
- Senior ServicesWe offer opportunities for seniors in our community to get connected with community and to give back in service to those in need.
- AmeriCorps SeniorsThe AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent and AmeriCorps Seniors Senior Companion Programs offer seniors a chance to meet critical needs of our community through volunteer service.
- One Township at a TimeOur One Township at a Time project aims to combat social isolation and loneliness by bringing residents together, building strong social and support networks in local communities.
- Project RachelThrough Project Rachel, we offer opportunities for healing and reconciliation for those who suffer emotional and spiritual pain from an abortion experience.
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Volunteer Opportunities
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- Volunteer
- God's KitchenServe a meal, paint a bowl, and more- all to support our hungry neighbors here in West Michigan. Get involved today!
- St. Gianna's No Cost Baby BoutiquesWant to help young families in need? Become a personal shopper, organize donations, and more at our boutiques!
- Senior ServicesConnect with your community and enrich lives in your neighborhood by serving as an AmeriCorps Senior Volunteer.
- Walking with Moms in NeedA mother in need may be closer than you realize- learn how you can begin an initiative in your parish to help walk alongside moms and families in need.
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- Events
- Soup's On For All!At Soup’s On For All, we celebrate our programs that serve thousands of warm, nutritious meals each year. Come enjoy delicious soup from God’s Kitchen chefs and local restaurants, live music, and more!
- Holy SmokesOur Holy Smokes BBQ Competition in downtown Muskegon offers a community gathering to taste and vote from local restaurants. All proceeds go toward St. Gianna’s No Cost Baby Boutique in Muskegon.
- Top Off the TruckOur “Top Off the Truck” diaper donation event collects diapers for families in need at St. Gianna’s No Cost Baby Boutique in Grand Rapids.
- Raising HopeCatholic Charities West Michigan provides help and creates hope for more than 20,000 individuals each year. Raising Hope raises funds to support over 50 social service programs provided by CCWM.
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Ways to Give
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- Ways to Give TodayFamilies and individuals all across West Michigan rely on your support for a brighter future. Make a donation today!
- Ways to Save Through Charitable PlanningEnjoy tax benefits from your gifts to Catholic Charities West Michigan now, or establish a future gift that will pass tax benefits along to your loved ones.
- Ways to Earn Income Through GivingSupport individuals and families in West Michigan by funding unmet needs, all while earning an income from your gift.
- Ways to Leave a LegacyBy planning a gift through your will or beneficiary designations, you can support individuals and families in need with compassionate, comprehensive care—without affecting your finances today.
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- Sponsorship Opportunities
- Elite SponsorshipLooking to support our events? Elite Sponsorship allows you to be recognized through the financial support of our annual events.
- Diaper Days SponsorshipPlay a special role in supporting children in need by sponsoring St. Gianna’s Diaper Days! Provide diapers for a day, a week, a month, or even an entire year with your sponsorship.
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- Sponsorship Opportunities
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- About Us
- I Need Help
- Overview
- Child Services
- Adoption
- OverviewOur adoption programs provide comprehensive support and guidance to birth parents, adoptive parents, and most importantly, the child.
- Types of AdoptionLooking to adopt a child? Whether you’re looking for infant adoption, foster-to-adopt, or international adoption services, we’re here to walk alongside you.
- Children Waiting For AdoptionEvery day, there are children waiting for a loving family to adopt them. Meet children looking for their forever home through our agency.
- Families Waiting to AdoptWe can connect you with a family that meets your adoption needs. Our wonderful adoptive families are screened, licensed, and ready to provide a loving home.
- Pregnant and Considering Adoption?Our experienced counselors help you explore whether parenting or adoption is the best option for you and your child. We offer adoption planning, counseling, and more.
- Post Adoption Records SearchIf your adoption was completed by Catholic Charities West Michigan, we may be able to help you access important post adoption record information.
- Foster Care
- OverviewFor over 50 years, we have been providing professional support and compassionate care to foster families across West Michigan.
- Become a Licensed HomeFoster care provides a temporary, safe, and nurturing home to children who have been removed from their home due to abuse or neglect. Apply to become a licensed home today.
- Foster Service LocationsWest Michigan is in desperate need for families willing to open up their homes to foster children in need. These kids need nurturing adults on their side. Connect with us today.
- CASA Visit HouseWhen families are navigating the challenges of foster care, CASA Visit House offers a safe, welcoming space to reconnect in a nurturing, anxiety-free environment.
- Adoption
- Family & Parenting Services
- Fathers MatterFathers Matter is a 13-week, men-only curriculum centered on strengthening and empowering fathers to lovingly lead and care for their children.
- Healthy FamiliesOur Family Support Workers help connect you with community resources and services to help you and your family thrive.
- Pregnancy SupportYour pregnancy can create a lot of emotions and questions. Our professional team is ready to assist you with counseling, finding prenatal care, helping with insurance issues, offering resource referrals, and more.
- State Programs
- Behavioral HealthWe work to help individuals facing the challenges of everyday life offering a variety of counseling services in various locations throughout Michigan.
- Family PreservationWe assist and support “at risk” families through strength-based, solution-focused services. By reducing risks, resolving differences, and improving interactions, families learn essential skills to incorporate into the home and help them flourish.
- Community Resources
- God's KitchenWe serve a noontime hot meal in the Heartside Neighborhood of Grand Rapids. Guests are welcomed on a walk-in basis with no questions and no qualifiers.
- St. Gianna's No Cost Baby BoutiqueLocated in Grand Rapids and Muskegon, our no-cost baby and toddler boutiques offer a wide selection of free items and free safety classes to enhance infant and toddler care, along with in-home pregnancy counseling services and other resources.
- Senior Services
- OverviewWe offer opportunities for seniors in our community to get connected with community and to give back in service to those in need.
- AmeriCorps SeniorWe sponsor the Foster Grandparent and Senior Companion Programs of AmeriCorps Seniors offering seniors a chance to meet critical needs of our community through volunteer service.
- One Township at a TimeOur One Township at a Time project aims to combat social isolation and loneliness by bringing residents together, building strong social and support networks in local communities.
- Project RachelThrough Project Rachel, we offer opportunities for healing and reconciliation for those who suffer emotional and spiritual pain from an abortion experience.
- I Can Volunteer
- Overview
- Volunteer
- God's KitchenServe a meal, paint a bowl, and more- all to support our hungry neighbors here in West Michigan. Get involved today!
- St. Gianna's No Cost Baby BoutiquesWant to help young families in need? Become a personal shopper, organize donations, and more at our boutiques in Grand Rapids or Muskegon!
- Senior ServicesConnect with your community and enrich lives in your neighborhood by serving as an AmeriCorps Senior Volunteer.
- Walking with Moms in NeedA mother in need may be closer than you realize- learn how you can begin an initiative in your parish to help walk alongside moms and families in need.
- Events
- Soup's On For All!At Soup’s On For All, we celebrate our programs that serve thousands of warm, nutritious meals each year. Come enjoy delicious soup from God’s Kitchen chefs and local restaurants, live music, and more!
- Holy SmokesOur Holy Smokes BBQ Competition in downtown Muskegon offers a community gathering to taste and vote from local restaurants. All proceeds go toward St. Gianna’s No Cost Baby Boutique in Muskegon.
- Top Off the TruckOur “Top Off the Truck” diaper donation event collects diapers for families in need at St. Gianna’s No Cost Baby Boutique in Grand Rapids.
- Raising HopeCatholic Charities West Michigan provides help and creates hope for more than 20,000 individuals each year. Raising Hope raises funds to support over 50 social service programs provided by CCWM.
- I Want to Give
- Overview
- Drop Off a Donation
- Your Impact
- Supporters Like You
- Ways to Give
- Ways to Give TodayFamilies and individuals all across West Michigan rely on your support for a brighter future. Make a donation today!
- Ways to Save Through Charitable PlanningEnjoy tax benefits from your gifts to Catholic Charities West Michigan now, or establish a future gift that will pass tax benefits along to your loved ones.
- Ways to Earn Income Through GivingSupport individuals and families in West Michigan by funding unmet needs, all while earning an income from your gift.
- Ways to Leave a LegacyBy planning a gift through your will or beneficiary designations, you can support individuals and families in need with compassionate, comprehensive care—without affecting your finances today.
- Sponsorship Opportunities
- Elite SponsorshipLooking to support our events? Elite Sponsorship allows you to be recognized through the financial support of our annual events.
- Diaper Days SponsorshipPlay a special role in supporting children in need by sponsoring St. Gianna’s Diaper Days! Provide diapers for a day, a week, a month, or even an entire year with your sponsorship.
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