Adopt America Network’s Mission
Adopt America Network believes every child deserves to grow up in a family. We connect children who wait in foster care with permanent families, providing support before, during and after the family is united.
History
Adopt America Network was founded in 1983 by Richard K. Ransom, who also founded Hickory Farms. Mr. Ransom dedicated his life to helping children. Since the establishment, nearly 5,000 children from foster care have found homes and families through the network. We provide services to over 300 children and 500 families annually.
Organization
Adopt America Network is a 501(c)3 nonprofit adoption agency. Our team of 38 experienced staff include specialists in adoption and kinship services, family life educators, licensed social workers and clinicians.
Certifications
Adopt America Network is licensed in the State of Ohio to assist in the placement of children and has successfully renewed licensure meeting the requirements of the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services since 1987.
AAN is a member of North American Council of Adoptable Children, the national membership organization for families, agencies, and professionals dedicated to achieving permanency for the children in foster care and ensuring families thrive.