Becky Fawcett, founder of Help Us Adopt, shares her journey of starting a nonprofit organization that provides financial assistance to families to help with the cost of adoption. She discusses the challenges she faced in her own adoption journey and how it inspired her to help others. Becky highlights the importance of family equality and the need for larger adoption grants to truly solve the financial barriers. She also talks about the changing landscape of adoption, including the impact of social media and the effects of COVID-19 and war on international adoptions. Becky emphasizes the significance of open adoptions and the positive experiences she has had with birth parents. She concludes by discussing the growth of Help Us Adopt. Becky Fawcett discusses how she built an amazing board for HelpUsAdopt.org and the importance of running a nonprofit like a business. She emphasizes the need for fiscal responsibility and making decisions that align with the organization's mission. Becky shares her strong-willed and aggressive approach to building the organization and not being afraid to make tough decisions. She also talks about the importance of knowing the difference between 'no' and 'not yet' and the power of perseverance.

Takeaways

• The cost of adoption is a significant obstacle for many families, and organizations like Help Us Adopt provide crucial financial assistance.
• Family equality is an important aspect of adoption, and it is essential to support all types of families.
• The landscape of adoption has changed with the rise of social media and the impact of COVID-19 and war on international adoptions.
• Open adoptions can be a positive experience for all parties involved and can create lifelong connections.
• Help Us Adopt has grown from a small organization to a national one with a focus on providing larger grants to solve the financial barriers of adoption.
• Building a strong board is crucial for the success of a nonprofit organization.
• Running a nonprofit like a business, with fiscal responsibility and strategic decision-making, is essential for long-term growth.
• Knowing the difference between 'no' and 'not yet' can help navigate challenges and setbacks.
• Finding your purpose doesn't necessarily mean starting a nonprofit; it can be about making a difference in any area that you care about.
• Recommended books: 'The Authenticity Project' by Clare Pooley and 'American Baby' by Gabrielle Glaser.

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