where hope is born
For more than 140 years, Gladney has been a pioneer and leading voice for improving the lives of children, adoptive families and birth parents.
WITH UNWAVERING COMMITMENT…
We have focused on our mission and made a difference in the lives of birth parents, families and children in the United States and around the world. We believe every child deserves a loving and caring family and we will not rest until all children know the love and stability of a forever home.
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MISSION
Creating Bright Futures through Adoption
VISION
For the sake of the children and those who love them, Gladney is dedicated to creating the finest adoption experience possible while forging new paths in serving the mission of adoption.
243
Children Served through Our Waiting Child Programs in 2024
7,300+
Professionals across the U.S. were provided with adoption education
2,305
Expectant mothers inquired about adoption services
Our Why, In Their Voices
The adoption journey is most powerfully expressed through the voices of those who have lived it. We are honored to share the words of birth mothers and adoptees, whose experiences reflect the heart of what inspires us each day.
  • We are so fortunate to have a great support system of friends and family and our Gladney community here in San Antonio.
    Jessica
    Gladney Mom
  • After years of trying and multiple fertility treatments, we knew God was leading us down another path. Gladney helped make our dream become a reality.
    Gladney Mom
  • Gladney’s holistic approach sets them apart from other agencies. They make it their mission to educate prospective adoptive parents.
    NINA & JR
    Gladney Parents
  • Family takes care of each other, loves you know matter what, supports you, encourages you, and believes in you! Family is “your people.
    Cole
    Gladney Adoptee
  • Gladney’s support allowed us to meet and love the greatest human we have ever met.
    Amy & Denton
    Gladney Parents
A REMARKABLE STORY
Perhaps no other child placement agency is as revered for its remarkable history as the Gladney Center for Adoption. What started in 1887 as one man’s dream to find homes for orphaned children continues today as an organization that is highly regarded for bringing leadership, direction and compassion to the field of adoption services.