Everyone has his or her own vision of adoption. Most commonly, it’s the cooing newborn being lovingly placed in his new parents’ arms, or the toddler arriving from a far off country to dozens of waiting new family members. For more than 7,000 children in Arizona, this is not the situation.

These children have experienced more than most. Removed from their biological homes because of abuse, abandonment, and/or neglect, this group of Arizona children face a future uncertain, a fate unknown.

You, along with Arizona’s Children Association, can change that. Through both our Infant* and Older Child Adoption programs, you can help one or more of these children find the safety and security they need to grow up to be active, productive, involved members of Arizona communities.

Making the Choice
Determining whether adoptive parenting is right for you and your family is difficult. Children, especially children with backgrounds of abuse, neglect and abandonment, completely change your life.

Once you decide you are ready to adopt, you can receive more information about the program options in your area by contacting the office nearest you, or by completing the More Information Request Form.

Meeting Arizona’s Children
Get to know some of the children who are ready and available for adoption through Arizona's Children Association by clicking here to view profiles of some of these truly great kids. Profiles are updated regularly, so check back often!

*Infant adoptions are available in Pima County. Older child adoption options are available in the Western, Central and Southern regions.