Testimonials

"We cannot even begin to express the gratitude we have for HFC and their guides in China.  The trip was an experience of a lifetime and we will never forget it.  Everything went unbelievably smoothly and we felt like we were on vacation the entire time."

                               --Dan & Liz Steinberger, China

"We were very impressed by how well HOPE for Children organized our whole 12-day stay in China. The entire trip went flawlessly thanks to HOPE for Children. They put together a wonderful itinerary that really made our adoption almost too easy (especially considering that this happened on the other side of the world). We never experienced the challenges or pitfalls that so many people and books warned us about."    

-- John, Miok & Emery Spencer, China

"From the very first moment that we contacted HOPE for Children regarding the orientation, we felt like family. Not only was HOPE amazing in helping us with all of our paperwork but with our emotions as well. We always felt like we were able to speak to someone if we needed help. We felt supported from the time we started our paperwork until we arrived home with our son and Joe & Sandy were at our house to meet us! And even now, we still know that if we have questions regarding adoption issues that we have an entire staff that is willing and able to answer our questions. If another adoption is in our future we will not hesitate to use HOPE for Children again!"    

-- Kevin and Lori, Russia

"Henry, Andrea, and Mandy [our guides], were very helpful; I heard much positive about them from other members of the group. [My new son] is very loving and responsive. Most importantly, he has captured my heart as he is always excited to see me."   

-- David Hymel, China

"Chris and I wanted to thank all of you for your help with the adoption of our daughter, Sophia. We want to especially thank you for your help and patience with the financial aspect of our adoption. Sophia is priceless to us both, but as you know, we don't have many financial resources. We have made many special friends at HOPE for Children through the adoption process. I can only imagine how wonderful it must be to know that every day you are making dreams come true for others in the same way that you have helped us make our dreams come true with Sophia. Thank you so much."     

-- Chris & Michele, Domestic

"First let me say that our entire trip was a pure joy to us from the organizational point of view. We frequently ran into other adoptive parents who did not have all of their paperwork in order. HOPE for Children is to be commended for a job very well done. We are grateful for the entire organization. Thanks so much for all your hard work and support. Joy from this tiny little gift [daughter, Tiana Jade] has filled our hearts and home. Our older kids have said such as, 'I just love her so much,' and much, much more. Her face has been nothing but happy. Yesterday on the way back from the mountains to get a Christmas tree with the family, this little lady never stopped talking or singing the whole way home. Though the work has just begun, we are so very thankful to you, HOPE for Children. God's blessings on all of you!!"     

-- Rick & Lori Scheibley, China

"Thanks for your support, love, and making our dream of being parents come true through your heart for the children!!"

-- Mike & Sandra, Domestic
 

"The trip to China was fabulous. We got to visit the orphanage and generally see everything we needed to see. We had a wonderful time, enjoyed the food, were sooo pampered by the HOPE for Children guide. She is incredibly good to her 'charges.' From comparing notes with other families who were traveling with other agencies, I can authoritatively say that HOPE for Children is excellent in selecting guides for the journey. Our HOPE for Children guide truly went above and beyond (for example, she went shopping with us to guide us around and translate). Other families reported that their guides just left them alone in the hotel and one group even had 3 separate guides within the first week! Incredible memories. Thanks so much for all you've done."     

-- Mark, Jill & Liana Marciante, China

"You have made our journey in adoption very pleasant and it is clear that you are doing what you have been called to do. The way you care about the people is wonderful and it is obvious that you love this work."     

-- Jerome & Treasa, Domestic

"Our HOPE for Children guide in China was incredible in every way. We can't say enough good things! She was a great servant and anticipated and met every need. She knew all the bureaucratic processes involved in the adoption and how to handle them as efficiently as possible. We were always at the front of every line, and things just seemed to work perfectly. She was a great tour guide and we really value all the memories of the places we visted and the insight we got into Chinese culture and history. She handled herself in such a confident and professional way that we always felt secure and taken care of in every situation. And considering she had to spend 8 days away from her husband (and being a newleywed), we appreciate all she did that much more. We can't think of anything else she could have done for us or anything she could have possibly done better. She was great!"     

-- John & Alice Clark, China

This is from 2nd timers who adopted from China through HFC the 1st time. Their first adoption experience was great; they were thrilled the second time as well:

"Mandy's done an excellent job again for us, and we couldn't be more pleased with our little girl."     

-- Mike, Heather & Ellie Kemp, China