Welcome to Gift of Adoption Kentucky: Adoption Grants
About Gift of Adoption Kentucky

You don’t have to adopt to give a child a family. Gift of Adoption awards adoption grants to complete adoptions of children in vulnerable circumstances – giving them permanent families and the chance to thrive.
Each year, Gift of Adoption receives requests from approximately 25 qualified families in Kentucky — representing a funding need of $160,000. The goal of the Kentucky Chapter’s all-volunteer board is to raise enough funds to help complete adoptions for every qualified application. 100% of gifts to the Kentucky Chapter fund adoption grants, uniting children with permanent, loving families.
Nationwide, Gift of Adoption is only able to fund 2 out of 3 qualified applicants putting adoption out of reach for many families who otherwise would adopt. Gifts of any amount make a tremendous difference in our ability to remove the financial barrier to adoption and there are many ways to give including online, stock, IRA and Donor Advised Funds, give or learn more.
As of December 31, 2025, Gift of Adoption has awarded $542,073 in adoption assistance grants across Kentucky to complete the adoptions of 166 children. Download PDF Fact Sheet
If you would like to learn more and get involved locally contact Susan Smith, Chapter Network Officer to get connected and get started.
Kentucky Adoption Success Stories
Jameson, adopted from the U.S.A. in 2023
by Louisville, KY grant family Michael and Maritza
Events
Latest Past Events
Kentucky Chapter: Shine Bright, Do Good at Kendra Scott
Kendra Scott at Oxmoor Center 7900 Shelbyville Rd b-10, LouisvilleSaturday, November 22 | 2–5 PM (ET) | Kendra Scott Oxmoor Center Shop in-store at Kendra Scott Oxmoor Center or online at KendraScott.com, and 20% of your purchase will be
Kentucky Chapter: Sip & Shop
J. McLaughlin 3935 Chenoweth Square, LouisvilleShop at Chenoweth Square | 3935 Chenoweth Square | Louisville, KY, 40207 Shop at J. McLaughlin between 11:00 and 4:00 pm ET on Saturday October 11, 2025 and 10% of
Kentucky Chapter: Gallop for the Gift
The Olmsted 3701 Frankfort Avenue, LouisvilleWednesday September 17th | 5:30 – 9:00 PM (ET) | The Olmsted Join us for our 6th annual Gallop for the Gift event, where we’ll raise money for adoption grants
Chapter Board Members
We are currently seeking leaders throughout the state to join our Chapter Board and help us grow and reach more families – learn more




