Be the hands and feet of Jesus
Show Christ’s love in action by helping protect vulnerable children and strengthening families.
We believe in a world where every child is safe, loved, and connected—where every child can truly thrive.
But we also see the brokenness around us. The deep needs that so many children and families face. Still, we don’t lose hope, because our faith reminds us that God has already provided the answer: family. Our faith calls us to act. Because when families are rooted in love children find the support they need to grow and flourish. This is the lasting impact of faith in action, and it’s how we believe real change begins.
See the difference we’re making. From families restored to children welcomed into loving homes, explore the numbers that tell the story of hope, healing, and strength.
Every moment matters for children and families in need
God calls us to care for the vulnerable. At Bethany, we answer that call and equip others to stand with us.
When you step in with Bethany, you become part of a comeback story, offering love, stability, and Christ-centered support to children and families.
Together, we can reflect God’s love in moments that shape a lifetime.
Where faith meets purpose
Exploring career opportunities at Bethany Christian Services means more than just finding a job. It’s a chance to live out your faith by making a lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable children and families.
We believe every child deserves to be safe, loved, and connected.
With your support, we can offer healing, stability, and hope rooted in the love of Christ. Donate today and be part of a mission that transforms lives.
Every child is made in the image of God. Each is uniquely created, deeply loved, and worthy of safety, family, and belonging. And yet, too many face uncertainty and hardship in a broken world.
At Bethany, we believe God calls us to step in with compassion and courage. We’re committed to helping every child experience the love, healing, and connection of a Christ-centered family. But we can’t do it alone. Step in and make a lasting difference.
Foster
As a foster parent, you step into a child’s life at a critical moment—providing the love, safety, and hope they deserve.
Donate
When you give, you share the love of Christ with children and families who are hurting and help support their journey to hope and healing.
Work
God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things. Join us in this mission-driven work and become part of a team that lives out faith through service.
Frequently asked questions
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Bethany is a leading national, Christian organization, with unmatched expertise in family preservation programs in the United States. While well known as a premier adoption agency, we’ve also been at the forefront of the growing movement to improve long-term childhood outcomes by focusing on prevention and stabilization services.
Whether a child is alone at the border, experiencing trauma at home, or watching their parents battle things like substance use or poverty, we are dedicated to keeping children safe and loved within their families of origin whenever possible. Because that’s what’s best for children. And since the day we opened our doors in 1944, we’ve always fought for what is best for children.
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It’s our faith that motivates us. It’s at the core of all we do. And it holds us to the highest standards. Because we know we are serving as the hands and feet of Jesus, we bring our best every day to make the biggest difference for the ones who need us the most.
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Rooted in our faith and moved by compassion, we are guided by prayer in all that we do. Every step we take is intentional, grounded in data and focused on creating real, lasting outcomes for the communities we serve.
But numbers alone are not enough. We believe in the power of partnership, listening deeply and honoring the lived experiences of families. That’s why we don’t just design programs for families, we create them with families, ensuring their voices shape the solutions that impact their lives.
Together, we build a future rooted in dignity, hope, and shared strength.
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Decades of research have proven that the best place for a child is within their own family. And we know that children are safer when families are stronger. That is why family strengthening and empowerment is our highest priority.
When a child has been temporarily or permanently separated from their parents, we connect them with stable homes that show them the love and security only family can.
Children thrive when they have the support they need. That’s why we’re committed to expanding our support services for adoptive, birth, kinship, and foster families, ensuring families remain a powerful force for good in our communities.
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If you’re ready to love your neighbor by helping protect children and strengthen families, we encourage you to learn more about ways to get involved.
Adopt from Foster Care • Local Foster Care • Safe Families for Children • Short-term Immigrant Foster Care • Volunteer • Careers at Bethany • Attend an Event • Donate
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Here, you can combine your faith with your skills and calling to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families around the world.
We are a diverse, justice-driven team dedicated to creating lasting change in the lives of children and families, and our impact is growing. Join a movement that’s transforming communities through compassion, purposeful service, and unwavering commitment.
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Your support drives change and empowers families to shape the future for the better. With your investment in Bethany’s work, you will be a catalyst for a brighter future for children, where their families can come together and stay together.
