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Minnesota Community Resources

Minnesota Community Resources

February 10, 2026 by Staff Contributor

To help members of our community navigate these unprecedented times, Children’s Home has compiled a list of resources to help adoptees, caregivers and all members of our community access information,

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waiting child Rosa

Meet Rosa: A Kind and Spunky 14-Year-Old!

January 23, 2026 by Mat Brutger

Rosa is 14-year-old looking for her forever home who loves joking around and having a fun time. She loves listening to music, playing Skipbo and other card games, and loves

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International Adoptee Citizenship

Certificate of Citizenship Information for Adoptees

January 12, 2026 by Staff Contributor

We’ve been experiencing an increase in requests related to adoptee citizenship, which has prompted us to reshare this information about the importance of, and process for, obtaining proof of citizenship.

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Filed Under: International Adoption, News

staff spotlight series Kim Gessert and her two daughters picking out a Christmas tree

Staff Spotlight: Get to know Kim Gessert

December 19, 2025 by Mat Brutger

In our Staff Spotlight Series, we catch up with the talented, dedicated and compassionate individuals who help make everything our organization does possible. This month we are featuring Kim Gessert,

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Colby, a 17-year-old waiting for his forever home, holding a soccer ball in a grassy field

Meet Colby: A Quirky and Kind 17-Year-Old

December 17, 2025 by Mat Brutger

Colby is a quirky, kind and empathetic 17-year-old waiting for his forever home. He loves meeting new people, playing video games and watching movies. He also loves the outdoors and

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Filed Under: News, Waiting Children

Jennie with her family

Staff Spotlight: Get to Know Jennie Kopietz

November 21, 2025 by Staff Contributor

In our Staff Spotlight Series, we catch up with the talented, dedicated and compassionate individuals who help make everything our organization does possible. This month we are featuring Jennie Kopietz,

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photo of waiting child Kaitlynn with a kitten

Meet Katelyn: A Friendly and Outgoing 16-Year-Old!

November 12, 2025 by Staff Contributor

Katelyn is a friendly, independent and outgoing 16-year-old. She enjoys crime dramas and would like to be a detective one day. When she’s not dreaming of solving a mystery, she

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Filed Under: Foster Care, Foster Care Adoption, News, Waiting Children

photo of author Susan Strong in her home

Celebrating National Adoption Month: How Open Adoption Transforms Families

November 12, 2025 by Guest Author

by Susan Strong Imagine a world where adopted children thrive, growing up with a profound understanding of their roots. They witness their adoptive and birth parents working together to cultivate

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waiting child Marcelino foster care adoption

Meet Marcelino: A Charming and Outgoing 14-Year -Old!

October 23, 2025 by Staff Contributor

Marcelino, or Lino as he likes to be called, is a charming and outgoing 14-year-old who loves learning new sports. He especially loves playing basketball and staying connected to his

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Filed Under: News, Waiting Children

Children's Home Staff Spotlight Marlowe Post Adoption Worker

Staff Spotlight: Get to Know Marlowe Waldron

October 23, 2025 by Staff Contributor

In our Staff Spotlight Series, we catch up with the talented, dedicated and compassionate individuals who help make everything our organization does possible. This month we are featuring Marlowe Waldron,

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