Get Help Help A Child Get Involved LOCATIONS ABOUT US STORIES & RESOURCES NEWS EVENTS CONTACT DONATE You can transform a child's life Inviting a child into your home is a life-changing experience, for both the child and you. At Bethany, we support life-changers who step up to follow their conviction. Contact Us Explore ways you can help Adoption When expectant parents decide to place their child for adoption, we help them develop an adoption plan and identify their chosen adoptive parents. Foster Care Foster care provides a safe, loving home for vulnerable kids, while families work to get back on their feet. Emergency Care When a child's primary caretakers face a short-term crisis, Safe Families for Children provides a safe place for a child. It's challenging, but it's worth it Caring for a child is one of the greatest responsibilities you can take on. You'll face new challenges, but it may become the most rewarding experience of your lifetime. That's why we curated a collection of resources designed to support you. Discover Resources Life-changing experiences 3 foster parents confront common myths I’m too old.” “I’m single.” “I’ve never parented before.” None of this will stop you from being an incredible foster parent for vulnerable kids! Lead with your strengths in foster care Familiar with foster care, it was a no brainer for Julian and his wife to become foster parents. But Julian quickly learned how to put his skills and strengths to work to best care for the kids in his home. Family sponsorship success story: The Djanie family Once struggling to sell petty goods in the outdoor markets of Ghana, the Djanie family now has a thriving business and can send Michael to one of Accra’s best schools. Resources you can rely on You deserve information you can trust. Explore our collection of articles and blogs designed to help you and your family thrive. Love embraces and resists Love isn't just a feeling. It's a way of relating to everyone around us. Read More Foster care adoption adds two plus three, making one Two families with no other connection adopted three siblings and became one big family for each other. Read More Ready to take the next step? If you're feeling inspired to welcome a child into your home, don't hesitate to reach out. We'd love to talk to you, hear your story, and find out how we can support you. Contact Us Our website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience. Learn More Accept SUPPORT Donate Volunteer Sponsor a Global Family Advocate For Churches Leave a Legacy Start a Fundraiser RESOURCES Adoption Emergency Care Foster Care Global Refugees Pregnancy COUNTRIES Albania Colombia Ethiopia Ghana Haiti South Africa Uganda ABOUT Careers Locations Press room GLOBAL HEADQUARTERS 901 Eastern Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49503 PHONE (800) 238-4269 © 2021 Bethany Christian Services Client Rights and Privacy Accreditation Privacy Policy Fundraising Standards Grievance Form