Live outside Michigan and interested in adopting?
If you live out of state, there are several ways to explore adoption opportunities.
National Resource
AdoptUSKids - A national website with photolistings of children across the United States. Families can register, create a profile, and make child-specific inquiries.
If you live outside of Michigan and are already approved for adoption, you may inquire on Michigan children through the AdoptUSKids online inquiry system. Instructions will be sent to you through the site’s messaging system.
State and Regional Photolistings
Many states have their own adoption exchanges and Heart Galleries. They can help you learn about youth waiting for families in your area.
Military Families
We’re grateful for your service and interest in adoption. Military families should contact adoption agencies in their home state of residency to begin the family assessment process. Helpful resources include:
More Information
Adopting across state lines? Learn more about the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children (ICPC) by reading the following article.
Understanding the Intersate Compact on the Placement of Children by the Adoption Council