Creasman Crew Adoption

“And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.” – 2 Corinthians 9:8

When Brittany and I started this journey in May of last year one of the biggest obstacles for us was how would we raise the needed 50k in order to fund the adoption? It seemed like such a daunting task and we almost wondered if it was even worth attempting. After all, we could only raise a fraction of this amount on our own in the short amount of time we had to raise the money.

However, we had felt God calling us to adoption and so we decided we’d let Him worry about the details. We were encouraged by many in our church who had gone through the adoption process that we would be surprised of all the ways God would provide what we would need to see it through. And provide He did! We officially started fundraising in January with the challenging goal to raise 60% of the needed funds by the end of the year.

Well, we’re not quite through the third quarter of 24′ and we just recently hit the 75% mark! God has indeed blessed and provided generously to us time and time again this year often through surprising and unexpected ways. And He’s done that primarily through you; our friends and family to whom we can never say thank you enough! We’re excited as we can now see the light at the end of the tunnel in this phase of adoption. Stay tuned as we will have some new opportunities you can partner with us in support.

Hello friends!

First off, Brittany and I want to give our heartfelt thanks to everyone who have reached out to support, pray, and check in on us as we begin the process of raising the needed funds for our adoption. We could not do this without you!

Some of you have asked a lot of good questions about the adoption process and we want to do our best to answer them here!

Question #1 – What does the money we’re raising go to?
This is a great question! First off, none of the money we’re raising goes towards your typical baby items you might get at a baby shower. No crib, diapers, clothes, or other baby items are purchased with this money. It’s strictly for adoption-related costs only, which include agency, lawyer, government, and hospital fees needed to approve a domestic adoption in the States.

Question #2 – Are we only raising money from friends and family?
Not quite. While our friends and family play a vital part, Brittany and I are also working hard to save on our end as well as applying for adoption grants and seeking out fundraising opportunities with local businesses like Chick-fil-A and Orangetheory (more information on that in the coming months). Through a combination of all these efforts, we’re confident we can raise the needed amount to bring a newborn into a loving home.

Question #3 – Is adoption really that expensive?
Unfortunately, yes. The costs associated with a newborn domestic adoption in the US can range from 40k to 50k depending on a variety of factors. Most of that variability isn’t ironed out until near the end of the process but the majority of the money is paid out in three stages; during admittance into the agency’s program, upon being matched with a birth mother, and after the birth of the baby.

Question #4 – What’s next in the process?
Currently, we’re putting the finishing touches to our Family Profile Book. This book, along with other families’ books, is what is shown to a potential birth mother to help her decide which family she wishes to place her baby with. Think of it as a resume mixed with a scrapbook. This should be completed in the next week and at that point, we’ll be in the mix of families that could be picked. Because priority is given to families who have been waiting the longest, our agency has informed us to expect to wait about a year before we could get placed.

Question #5 – How can I help?
Besides helping out financially, we’re asking for you to keep us in your prayers as we continue to navigate and jump through all the hoops needed for a successful adoption. For those of you who are local, though, you can also help us as we partner with various businesses over the year to fundraise. The first of these opportunities is February 13th at Chick-fil-A in Stonecreek Village (see our Facebook/Instagram posts for more info)!