The Sparrow Fund

I've mentioned here before about the wonderful website www.WeAreGraftedIn.com (WAGI).  The same folks who created WAGI, are now launching "The Sparrow Fund", an organization created to specifically assist families at at the referral review stage in the adoption process.  They state on their website:

"Adoptive families can become overwhelmed by the financial costs of adoption. Participating in a program [to provide counsel and comprehensive medical reviews of their referred child]  is an added expense that is difficult to manage. There are so many unknowns when it comes to adoption, and we believe that preparation plays a significant part in making the unpredictable road of adoption a little more smooth. 

Just one year ago we found ourselves at that place when we were unexpectedly presented with information about Reni.  We were blessed to have a great pediatrician and other medical connections to look over his paperwork and inform us about life with a special needs child like him.  Not every family is so fortunate and we are excited to support The Sparrow Fund as they seek to offset the cost of some of those pre-adoption expenses and connect families with experienced medical professionals who are accustomed to performing international medical reviews.  As they state on their website, it is those reviews that often bring clarity when it is most needed.

I encourage you to check out their website to learn more (you might just recognize some folks pictured within)! If you know of any families in the beginning stages of the international adoption process, send them the link!  We believe this can be a valuable resource for others!