Join me in helping every waiting child find a
forever family
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How I Can Help
I understand that everyone’s connection to foster care adoption is unique.
Whether you’re ready to take the next step, exploring your options, or looking to make a difference, I’m here to guide you with resources and support.
Ready to Adopt
Take the next step with my course, app, and books—designed to guide you through the process.
Exploring Options
Learn more about foster care adoption with inspiring stories, educational resources, and
real-life insights.
join the Mission
Make an impact on a child or sibling group by making a financial donation, advocating, or gifting resources to those preparing to adopt.
THE FACTS
source: National Council For Adoption
At any given moment
368,000 children
are living in the U.S. foster care system
Though they are eligible for adoption
60% of children awaiting adoption will wait more than 2 years for a forever family
There are families eager to adopt yet
18,000 youth age out of the foster care system a year without a forever family
According to a recent study commissioned by the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, 37% of families say they have thought about adopting, but the process can be so confusing.
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“Marcy helps to simplify what can be a complex process and helps [future adoptive families] overcome their fears and doubts on behalf of the children who need us most.”
-Rita Soronen, President & CEO, Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption
Course
Foster Care Adoption Simplified: A 45-minute self-paced course providing clarity, confidence, and practical tools to navigate foster care adoption on your schedule.
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podcast
The Forgotten Adoption Option Podcast: Real stories, expert insights, and practical guidance to demystify foster care adoption with adoptive parents, adoptees, and child welfare professionals.
app
Step-by-step guidance for your entire foster care adoption journey. Understand each step and sequence of the process, access key resources, and get support when needed—all in one place.
books
Firsthand insights, expert guidance, and clear steps to navigate the foster care adoption process with confidence.
Before finding the Foster Care Adoption Simplified Course, I felt unsure about whether I was ready or even capable of taking this journey. Now, I feel informed, empowered, and excited to take the next step.
- Austin: Pursuing Foster Care Adoption as a Single Parent
The Forgotten Adoption Option book is our go-to resource as we pursue adoption. Anytime we have a question or wonder, "Is this normal?", we refer to it to make sure we are on the right track. It offers advice, how-tos, and encouragement for the journey ahead!
- Emily: Pursuing Foster Care Adoption After Infertility
To date, Marcy has taught 11,555+ future adoptive parents around the United states how to navigate the foster care adoption process.
Meet Marcy Bursac: Advocate, Author, Mentor
Marcy Bursac, the driving force behind The Forgotten Adoption Option, is not only an adoptive mom and passionate advocate for foster care adoption but also a mentor dedicated to empowering others to share their stories. Through her online course, "How to Write the Book in Your Heart," Marcy guides aspiring authors from idea development to self-publishing, helping them bring their narratives to life.
From Advocacy to Authorship: Write the Book in Your Heart
Through publishing several books to advocate for foster care adoption, Marcy Bursac mastered the self-publishing process. Now, she’s helping others bring their own stories to life.
If you have a story to share—whether about adoption, advocacy, or personal experience—Marcy’s course, How to Write the Book in Your Heart, provides the step-by-step guidance you need to go from idea to published author.
Why Join?
Learn the exact process Marcy used to publish her books
Get a structured roadmap to self-publishing success
Amplify your message and make an impact, just like Marcy
Start your writing journey today!
Make a Difference Today
Help More Kids Find Families
Your donation provides critical resources to help more families navigate the foster care adoption journey. Every gift brings a child closer to a forever home.
Shop with a purpose
Transform a child’s future and world. Your support and purchases help fund bringing children into a loving family.
Gift resources
Help someone start their adoption journey with a gift card for my course or books.
Spread the Word
Share my mission and resources with someone you know.
NOT SURE WHERE TO START?
Take my brief Adoption Through Foster Care Journey Quiz for a customized plan on where to start including a curated list of resources and podcast episodes!
