Gladney is excited to offer Colombia as an adoption option. We're committed to finding permanent and loving families for these beautiful children. Throughout the adoption process, we work closely with the Colombian Institute of Family Welfare (ICBF). The ICBF, located in Bogotá, the capital of Colombia, processes international adoptions and oversees the licensing of private orphanages.  Gladney also works with 3 private orphanages (Casas Privadas): Pisingos in Bogota, Chiquitines in Cali, and Casa de Maria in Medellin.

Children Available for Adoption
Infants- Gladney is currently accepting a limited number of applications from families who would like to adopt an infant under 18 months of age.  The current referral wait time is up to 24 months.  There are extra requirements for families adopting infants through one of the Casas Privadas.  Please contact Gladney staff for more information.

Sibling groups- Any sibling groups are available for adoption through ICBF as well as the private orphanages.  The referral wait time varies from 6-24 months depending on number of children in the sibling group as well as their age.  Siblings groups of 3 or more children regardless of age are available for immediate placement.  There are no additional fees for siblings.

Older Children- Children 8 years of age or older are considered Special Needs children due to their age and are available for immediate placement.  Siblings groups where the oldest child is 8 years of age or older are also available for immediate placement regardless of the age of the younger sibling.  Gladney offers reduced fees for families adoption older children.

Gladney staff is committed to assisting families interested in adopting from Colombia. To learn more about adopting from Colombia, please request one of Gladney's free, comprehensive Adoption Information Packets. Make your request on-line or by calling 1-800-INT-ADOP.

Colombia Adoption News
05/03 - Cookies 4 Kids
04/26 - Join Us for a Colombia Older Child Webinar
04/06 - Read the Spring 2010 Bright Futures Newsletter
11/01 - Happy National Adoption Month-Ways to celebrate


International Adoption Information Sessions
Free information seminars are available throughout the US to learn more about Gladney's international adoption programs. Please join us!