Adoption means:
"To take by choice into a relationship"- Webster’s Dictionary
Every child deserves a long-lasting, stable, and loving family.
The goal of the adoption program in Washington state is to find families that can best meet the needs of children and youth in the foster care system.
In 2024, 654 foster children and youth were adopted.
Thinking about Adoption?
For a family to adopt a Washington state foster child, they must become fully licensed as a foster parent.
Join DCYF every first Tuesday of the month to learn more about becoming a foster parent. Each information session includes an introduction to fostering and a chance to ask the foster parent recruitment team any questions. Sign up now.
Get information on foster parent licensing requirements
*DCYF does not endorse any particular entity listed as a resource; this information is for individuals doing their own research on adoption.
Northwest Adoption Exchange (NWAE)
Connect and engage with adoption experts about what it looks like to adopt from foster care. Learn more and register.
