Why We're Different

It is Graham's Gift’s philosophy that all parents should be empowered partners in their adoption experience, not merely the recipients of a service by others. Knowledge is power. Prepared parents have far better outcomes according to comprehensive research.

For this reason GGCF emphasizes realistic and honest education of parents. Adoption is not all sweetness and light. Parents need to understand the trauma from the child's perspective. Bringing home a screaming, grieving, upset child can be overwhelming. Adoption is a deeply fulfilling experience that brings great joy and unconditional love but it is not without difficulties. Research shows that well prepared parents have the highest levels of satisfaction in their adoptions.

GGCF bases its representation of a client on the attorney-client model. We represent YOU, the parent. You can count of GGCF putting your interests ahead of any profit motive or business relationship. We are here to perform a professional task that requires complete commitment to our clients. This is secondary only to the best interests of the child.

We do not "partner" or "umbrella" or have any ongoing business arrangements with other providers or agencies. We will not hesitate to tell you the truth whether it is positive or not about your process. If we recognize a potential problem, we will draw it to your attention.

We will insist you are fully armed with as much knowledge as possible as you embark on your adoption journey.  Adoption is about finding a family for a child and making sure you know what you are getting into.

GGCF promotes a full and realistic education in order to improve outcomes.