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Adoptive Families Association of British Columbia |
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Money Raised on SC:
$0 |
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Admin. Cost/Revenues:
10% |
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| Goal: A Family for Every Child. |
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| Government Charity Number: 118777671RR0001 |
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Adoptive Families Association of BC is a province-wide, non-profit society, which offers information, support, and assistance to families and individuals involved in the adoption process. Our organization serves the adoption community by providing up-to-date information through our magazine, library, and provincial, national, and international level; and by promoting adoption as a viable means of building families. The Association dedicates itself to children in need of homes, both here and abroad.
Charity History:
AFABC began around a kitchen table in 1977 by a small group of adoptive parents to share ideas, information, and support. Back then, there was not much information available about adoption, and it was a subject that was "kept quiet." These families realized that silence did not help their children or themselves. They meet regularly and put out a newsletter. Within a couple of years, The Adoptive Parents Association of BC was formed. In 1989, the BC Government provided seed funding, and an office was established in Surrey, BC. Telephone support was provided, support groups were formed, the newsletter was produced, and family events were held. AFABC now has staff and volunteers province-wide, and approximately 1,000 members.
Further Information:
AFABC's Provincial Support Network provides direct support to adoptive families in every BC community. Our Adoption Support Coordinators work one-on-one with families, promote awareness of the Waiting Child Program, arrange pre-and post-adoption information sessions, workshops, and social activities. They also work closely with community groups and organizations working with children and families. They are supported by an active team of Community Resource Volunteers who operate across BC. |
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Contact Information |
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| Name: |
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Lora Wendorf |
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Volunteer Coordinator |
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events@bcadoption.com |
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604-320-7330 ex 122 |
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200 - 7342 Winston Street |
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Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada V5A 2H1 |
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