Who May Adopt?
Alliance does not have any arbitrary restrictions or barriers. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.

Marital Status
We accept single and married applicants. Single persons adopting domestically are likely to wait longer than married couples. Couples must be married for at least one year.

Age
We accept applicants who have attained the age of 18 years. There is no maximum age for the domestic program, however, age is often a factor considered by birth parents when choosing prospective adoptive parent(s).

Citizenship
At least one parent must be a United States citizen.

Health
Applicants must be in good mental and physical health with no serious medical problems or disabilities. If an applicant has a chronic medical problem controlled by medication, or a medical problem in remission, we will need a detailed statement, including prognosis, in writing from a physician. Decisions will be made on an individual basis.

Finances
The financial situation of each family is reviewed individually. The actual amount earned is less important than the family's ability to manage adequately on that amount.

Pregnancy
Should a pregnancy occur during the homestudy or the waiting period before a child is assigned, we ask applicants to notify us and be prepared to delay the adoption. The Alliance’s standard is that each child deserves a minimum of nine months as the newest member of the family before a subsequent child joins the family. If the pregnancy occurs after a child has been assigned, we will make decisions to go forward on a case-by-case basis.

Previous Adoptions
Prior adoptions must be legalized (finalized) before beginning a homestudy with Alliance.