Spence-Chapin Services to Families & Children Opening First Arizona Office
The organization will begin serving Arizonans throughout the state, through its state headquarters in Tucson, Arizona, with additional office locations planned in the coming months to open in Maricopa County. “It is […]
Meet Isabella: From Unexpected Labor to Placement Day
Isabella, a 19-year-old college student on Long Island, awoke one morning in excruciating pain. She rushed to the emergency room with her now-fiancé, unsure what it could be. She was […]
Meet Martha: From Orphanage to University with THRIVE
“I would love to share my journey with THRIVE. I think a lot of people will see that with good guidance you can go to great lengths. I really do […]
FAQ for our New Parenthood Series: LGBTQ+ Parents Group
The purpose of this group is to provide a space where LGBTQ+ parent(s) and prospective parents can support one another, learn from each other, and explore topics related to personal […]
Forever, A Birth Mother
“Spence-Chapin supported me when I chose to place my newborn daughter for adoption in 1989. This very special organization facilitated not only my placement but also our reunion 18 years later, in 2007. Spence-Chapin’s post placement services provided critical care and guidance when I needed it most.”
Highlighting the True Spirit of Collaboration: Our recent visitors from South Africa & Colombia
Spence-Chapin was honored to host our international partners from South Africa and Colombia in early June, here in New York City! In addition to seeing the sites and attending our […]
How We Advocate for Children Through Our Waiting Child Program
The Spence-Chapin Way How We Advocate for Children Through Our Waiting Child Program Spence-Chapin was founded on the belief that every child deserves a family. We are committed to ensuring […]
Pride 2022 Children’s Book List
Here are some of our favorite children’s books that depict LGBTQ+ led families. We hope you enjoy! If you need help talking about your family with your child, friends, or […]
Rocky Road to Reunion: Part 3
Separated by the Circumstances of Adoption Paulette always knew that her family was out there. She just needed to find them. The search and reunion process is fraught with fatigue […]
Rocky Road to Reunion: Part 2
Separated by the Circumstances of Adoption This is the second part of a special three-part series on search and reunion. It follows the journey of Paulette and includes historical and […]