Did you know the cost of adoption? The finacial strains of adoption are a huge obstacle for many families planning to adopt. There are children in need of families all over the world and families who would love to adopt them, but can't because of the cost. The cost of a domestic adoption can cost more than $10,000, even when going through social services. An international adoption can cost much, much more. Many of the children adopted by Americans have special needs. Children with special needs often fare much better in the United States than their country of origin, we have the medical capabilities and services to help them live life to the fullest.
The federal adoption tax credit is set to expire. This credit is more than $13,000 which can be applied to all adoptions. In 2012, it will be just $6,000 for special needs children adopted from foster care. In 2013, it will expire completely.
Please sign this petition and call your senator and congressmen. 15,000 signatures are needed, we are just over 3,000 short. Help children find their forever families.
Thanks!
http://www.change.org/petitions/make-adoption-costs-fully-refundable-in-the-2012-2013-tax-years
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