Welcome to Gift of Adoption Idaho: Adoption Grants

About Gift of Adoption Idaho

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 9 qualified families in Idaho — representing a funding need of $57,600. The goal of the Idaho Chapter’s all volunteer board is to raise enough funds to help complete each of these adoptions. 100% of the money raised by the chapter is directed to 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 $238,081 in adoption assistance grants across Idaho to complete the adoptions of 75 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.

Idaho Adoption Success Stories

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Kaecer, adopted from the U.S.A. in 2023
by Meridian, ID grant family Kathy and Jacob

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Armani, Damien, and Selene, adopted from the U.S.A. in 2023 by Ammon, ID grant family Hailey and Tyler

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Rebecca, adopted from the U.S.A. in 2025
by St. Anthony, ID grant family Margaret Lisa and Brandt

Events

Latest Past Events

Idaho Chapter: Trivia Night

Louie's Pizza & Italian Restaurant 2500 E Fairview Ave, Meridian

Wednesday August 13, 2025   |  5:00 - 8:30 pm (MT)  |  Louie's Pizza & Italian Restaurant Join Gift of Adoption Idaho for trivia night with a local celebrity! Bid in

$50

Idaho Chapter: Mountain Mike’s Pizza

Mountain Mikes Pizza 4610 N Linder Rd, Suite 100

Monday April 21st  |  4:00 PM – 8:00 PM (MT)  |  Mountain Mike's Pizza @ Linder & Ustick, Meridian, ID When you purchase your meal, mention Gift of Adoption and

Idaho Chapter: Panda Express Donation Day

Panda Express 1500 N Eagle Rd, Eagle

Wednesday March 26th  |  10:00 AM – 11:00 PM (MT)  |  Panda Express @ Eagle & Florence, Meridian, ID Enjoy Panda Express and help Gift of Adoption! 20% of event

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

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