Usually when you hear "adoption", you think of cuddly children. While this is an enormously worthwhile effort, there are SO MANY other things you can "adopt" to either help the environment, make someone's life better, or even save a life, if traditional adoption isn't in the plans. Here, I have compiled some of the most worthwhile and unusual
adoption programs that you can help with. You can adopt:
A Native American Elder
Money is not accepted in this program! In adopting a Native American elder on a reservation, you will simply be responsible for sending 2 food boxes for him/her in May and October.
A Soldier
Again, no money required here. You send a care package to a soldier and make his/her day!
A Manatee
There are only approximately 3,000 West Indian manatees left in the U.S. Help save one! For $25 you get: a photo of your manatee, its' biography, an adoption certificate, a membership handbook, and 4 newsletters a year to update you on your manatee.
A Pet
As of today on this site alone, there are over a quarter of a million homeless pets. Do one a favor and adopt it!
A Zoo Species
According to the site, this program "helps support the care of 2,000 animals at the National Zoo and its Conservation and Research Center." You can read even more on how this is a worthy cause here.
A Rainforest
This contributes funds to small conservation groups in different tropical areas so that they may help stop rainforest destruction. This is a great site to get your children or class involved in. $25 protects one-quarter of an acre.
A Whale
Help researchers continue to protect these endangered animals for $40!
A Turkey (really!)
For $20, you can make sure a turkey doesn't suffer the fate of most during this Thanksgiving year!
A Homeless Family
You can contribute items, vouchers, or money to a homeless family by participating in this program.
A Hospital Room
This site is committed to turning ordinary, depressing hospital rooms into a "home away from home" for seriously ill children and their families. Check out an example of their work!
A Grandparent
This is an adult-based, non-profit program that matches adults in need of companionship with older citizens who are lonely and without friends.
A Classroom
Through this organization, you can contribute to an elementary school by providing them with a subscription to Kind News. This magazine enhances humane education throughout the country.
A Tree
This is an easy way to help give back what we take away every year. You can even visit your tree!
A Village
This is a charity in Guatemala that aids impoverished Mayan families. You can donate 2 text books or a doctor/dental visit for just $25. You can also donate 100 lbs. of corn to orphans for $30.
A Bus Stop
This is sponsored by the Washington Metropolitan Area, and lets you help keep the bus stop area clean and accessible to its patrons.
Want information on traditional adoption? Check out this site. Or, to foster/adopt for a very worthwhile organization, try CASA.
We all have the power to make someone's life better, or to ensure our environment flourishes. We can do this by being informed and choosing a very worthwhile cause(s) to champion. Go ahead, adopt something today!
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I would have never of thought of this type of 'adoption'. I was particularily drawn to the adoption of a homeless family - what a great and yet simple idea! I cant believe I didnt think of it myself. After you think a moment it seems so....logical. I have always had a soft spot regarding homeless people. I mean, if you think about it, - it's possible if hit with the right set of unfortunate circumstances at the wrong time - that many of us could also end up homeless or completely relying on others. I love this premise: Everyone In America Should Have Their Basic Needs Met. I will contribute my little part.
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