Many people are surprised to learn that adoptions of children with HIV/AIDS are possible. A variety of agencies operating around the world facilitate adoptions of orphaned children with HIV.
Project HOPEFUL exists to educate, encourage, and enable families and individuals to advocate for and adopt children with HIV/AIDS. Our goal is to help others learn about HIV/AIDS and the needs of orphans with the virus. We are also here to equip families and individuals like yourself to adopt those kids. Project HOPEFUL is not an agency. We do not facilitate any adoptions, but are willing to walk with families, supporting them through their entire adoption process.
While Project HOPEFUL does not endorse any specific agency, we work with families, and often times the agency of their choice, to assist during the adoption process.
View our waiting child list to meet orphans in need of families
Until January of 2010 internationally adopted children who were HIV+ had to immigrate into the US through a different protocol than children without the virus. Since that time the process has been streamlined to allow children with HIV to immigrate through the same protocol as their peers without HIV.
Occasionally challenges may still arise which can threaten to delay the process for some children with HIV/AIDS. Project HOPEFUL is well versed in dealing with these challenges. We're here as another tool in the adoptive parent’s toolbox to help advocate for their adopted child and get them home in a timely manner. Project HOPEFUL has been instrumental in working with several governmental agencies as well as adoption agencies to help families immigrate and is available should you require our assistance.
The team at Project HOPEFUL is here to support you throughout your entire adoption journey. If you are struggling please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Our support is intended to reach beyond the process of just bringing your child home. We are here to help you as you build your new relationship with your adopted child. Project HOPEFUL would love to encourage you and help direct you to any resources your family may need. Send prayer requests and letters to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . All information is held with the strictest confidentiality.
To learn more about Project HOPEFUL and how we began read our Founder’s Story
Just for you:
What’s the projected lifespan of a child receiving medical treatment for HIV? Does living with a person who is HIV+ put family members at risk? How do I start the adoption process? How can I talk with my extended family members about my desire to adopt a child with HIV?
Many educational resources have been created with your questions in mind. If you can’t find the answers you’re looking for please don’t hesitate to Contact Us. That's what we are here for!
The Truth Pandemic spreads the facts about HIV/AIDS. Watch the video and share with friends and family. Truth is contagious….Spread it!
Project HOPEFUL presents informative pratical parenting workshops at a number or seminars and parent forums around the US designed to equip families and individuals for adoptions of children with HIV/AIDS. Check out our Upcoming Events for an appearance near you.
Meet like-minded people, discover local resources, educational forums and upcoming events, and become inspired by connecting with adoptive families. Visit Project HOPEFUL on Facebook and Twitter and see our State Associations.
Project HOPEFUL exists to educate, encourage, and enable families and individuals to advocate for and adopt children with HIV/AIDS. Our goal is to help others learn about HIV/AIDS and the needs of orphans with the virus. We are also here to equip families and individuals like yourself to adopt those kids. Project HOPEFUL is not an agency. We do not facilitate any adoptions, but are willing to walk with families, supporting them through their entire adoption process.
While Project HOPEFUL does not endorse any specific agency, we work with families, and often times the agency of their choice, to assist during the adoption process.
View our waiting child list to meet orphans in need of families
Until January of 2010 internationally adopted children who were HIV+ had to immigrate into the US through a different protocol than children without the virus. Since that time the process has been streamlined to allow children with HIV to immigrate through the same protocol as their peers without HIV.
Occasionally challenges may still arise which can threaten to delay the process for some children with HIV/AIDS. Project HOPEFUL is well versed in dealing with these challenges. We're here as another tool in the adoptive parent’s toolbox to help advocate for their adopted child and get them home in a timely manner. Project HOPEFUL has been instrumental in working with several governmental agencies as well as adoption agencies to help families immigrate and is available should you require our assistance.
The team at Project HOPEFUL is here to support you throughout your entire adoption journey. If you are struggling please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Our support is intended to reach beyond the process of just bringing your child home. We are here to help you as you build your new relationship with your adopted child. Project HOPEFUL would love to encourage you and help direct you to any resources your family may need. Send prayer requests and letters to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . All information is held with the strictest confidentiality.
To learn more about Project HOPEFUL and how we began read our Founder’s Story
Just for you:
What’s the projected lifespan of a child receiving medical treatment for HIV? Does living with a person who is HIV+ put family members at risk? How do I start the adoption process? How can I talk with my extended family members about my desire to adopt a child with HIV?
Many educational resources have been created with your questions in mind. If you can’t find the answers you’re looking for please don’t hesitate to Contact Us. That's what we are here for!
The Truth Pandemic spreads the facts about HIV/AIDS. Watch the video and share with friends and family. Truth is contagious….Spread it!
Project HOPEFUL presents informative pratical parenting workshops at a number or seminars and parent forums around the US designed to equip families and individuals for adoptions of children with HIV/AIDS. Check out our Upcoming Events for an appearance near you.
Meet like-minded people, discover local resources, educational forums and upcoming events, and become inspired by connecting with adoptive families. Visit Project HOPEFUL on Facebook and Twitter and see our State Associations.
