Therapeutic and Wellness Subsidy for Intercountry Adoptees

Project Mission

In 2022, we launched our Therapeutic and Wellness Subsidy for Intercountry Adoptees program, offering financial assistance to aid and supplement their journey toward wellness and healing. 

Project Goal

This subsidy program allows adoptees to access therapy, counseling, and wellness services that can be critical in their journey toward healing. Our goal is to empower intercountry adoptees by providing the resources, support, and community connections they need to navigate their unique journeys with confidence and dignity. 

We aim to: 

  • Address barriers to legal processes like name changes and citizenship applications.

  • Promote mental health and emotional well-being through accessible therapy and counseling.

  • Support professional growth with identity-affirming career counseling.

  • Foster creativity and healing through art, music, and creative therapies.

  • Build a strong, inclusive adoptee community by connecting individuals to networks and resources.

About the Program

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The application period for the Spring 2026 Therapeutic and Wellness Subsidy for Intercountry Adoptees has ended.

Be sure to follow us across social media platforms to learn more about our upcoming programming and future wellness subsidy opportunities.

Our Impact

Our Impact

In 2024 alone, we received 51 applications from intercountry adoptees from diverse backgrounds, including individuals adopted from the Brazil, Cambodia, China, Colombia, El Salvador, Guatemala, India, Bangladesh, Korea, Romania and Russia. 

We were proud to provide support with: 

  • Financial assistance for the U.S. name-change process and country of origin citizenship application process.

  • Access to multiple sessions with therapists/clinicians, prioritizing mental health and emotional support.

  • Identity-affirming career counseling to help adoptees navigate their professional paths with confidence.

  • Engagement in art, music, and creative therapy, recognizing the therapeutic value of creative expression.

  • Opportunities to attend the IKAA and KAAN conferences, fostering connections within the adoptee community and offering valuable resources and insights.

Review Committee

Our Review Committee

We believe in providing thoughtful, meaningful support tailored to the unique experiences of intercountry adoptees. That’s why our review team is composed of five adoptee professionals who bring their expertise, compassion, and lived experiences to every application. 

Conflict of Interest Notice

Annual Reports

Are you an intercountry adoptee looking for support or resources? 

Dive into the details of our journey, achievements, and impact since launching in 2022. Our annual report highlights the incredible work we’ve done to support intercountry adoptees.