Spence-Chapin Adoption Services

Family Building · New York · Free

LGBTQ+ inclusive adoption agency since 1908. Useful for trans people preserving fertility before hormone therapy or surgery. Most LGBTQ+ family-building orgs offer free consultations and connect you with affirming attorneys, agencies, and clinics. About 25% of US foster youth aging out identify as LGBTQ+ — there's particular need for LGBTQ+-affirming foster families. Free service; donations support but never gate access.

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Address: Nationwide

Hours: Online

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