One of the main reasons our foundation exists is to support adoptive families through the hard parts of the adoption journey. Whether facing a disruption or seeking therapeutic support during that time or after placement, we are committed to walking alongside families with compassion, practical help, and hope for healing.
We understand that no two adoption stories are the same. While financial need is important, we look at the whole picture, including your story, circumstances, and future plans.
Our review process considers:
Household income
Amount of financial loss due to disruption
Details of the adoption journey
Whether the family was formally matched or had an immediate placement situation
Whether funds remain tied up with an agency or provider
The family’s plan moving forward
We do not make decisions based solely on income. The heart of your story matters.
Grant award amounts vary based on:
Documented financial loss
Available funding
Overall financial need
Whether the family plans to continue pursuing adoption
Awards are paid directly to adoption providers when possible.
To apply, please complete our online application using the link below. The application allows you to share your story, outline your financial need, and provide supporting documentation for consideration. Grant applications are reviewed on a quarterly basis. In special or urgent circumstances, applications may be reviewed outside of the quarterly cycle.
Our review process considers financial need, circumstances surrounding the disruption or therapy request, and the overall impact the grant would have on your family. Beyond the Match Foundation is committed to being a non-discriminatory organization. We consider applications from families of all backgrounds, structures, races, religions, marital statuses, sexual orientations, and geographic locations. Every application is reviewed with care and compassion.
If you have questions before applying, please contact us at valerie@astepaheadadoption.com
You are not alone and we are honored to walk alongside you.
To ensure fairness and responsible stewardship of donor funds, applicants must provide:
Completed and signed grant application
Most recent federal tax return
Two most recent months of pay stubs (if applicable)
Copy of home study or confirmation letter from licensed provider
Documentation of financial loss related to the disruption
Documentation of how the adoption was originally funded
Personal Statement
Agency form
Incomplete applications will not be reviewed until all required documentation is received.
All information submitted is kept confidential and reviewed only by the grant committee.
Submission of an application does not guarantee funding.
Funds are limited and awarded based on availability.
Families may apply once per disruption event.
If you apply before being matched again, we will hold the application until we are notified of a new match.
We provide financial assistance to families who have experienced a disrupted adoption and are navigating the emotional and financial impact that follows. These grants are designed to help stabilize families, ease financial strain, and provide support as they heal and determine their next steps in their adoption journey.
In addition to financial recovery grants for disrupted adoptions, Beyond the Match Foundation may provide limited financial assistance to individuals and families within the adoption community seeking support from an adoption-competent therapist when insurance does not fully cover the cost of care. This program is available to adoptees, adoptive parents, and families navigating challenges related to adoption — including those experiencing a disrupted adoption as well as those facing difficulties after placement.
Therapy assistance may be considered when:
Insurance does not cover services
The therapist is adoption-competent
The family demonstrates financial need
Therapy grants may be:
A one-time stipend
Short-term session support (ex: 6–10 sessions)
Paid directly to the therapist whenever possible
Funding availability varies.
