Thank you for your interest in adopting a child from foster care. Thousands of children in the United States need help from families.

Some are searching for a family to love and care for them for a short time, while others need a “forever family” through adoption.

We work to find resources for all children needing families. We hope the links below will help you begin your adoption journey.

Beginning Steps to Adoption (pdf)

What is Adoption?The Seven Steps to Adoption

Attend an Informational Meeting
(This link takes you directly to the State of Wisconsin's website)

Frequently Asked Questions

Foster Care and Adoption for LGBT Families (pdf)