Bringing Home Baby Bremmer
Ryan and Sarah
Aurora,
We have always dreamed of becoming parents, and we believe that God provides in His perfect timing. While we haven’t been able to grow our family biologically yet, we feel deeply that He has called us to adoption. God has blessed us with the means and desire to open our hearts and home to a child who needs a family, and we are stepping forward in faith to follow His calling.
As we navigate this journey, we’ve learned that adoption can be a significant financial commitment. That’s why we’ve chosen to use AdoptionBridge, a platform dedicated to helping adoptive families raise the necessary funds to bring their child home. This allows us to focus on preparing our hearts and home while giving friends and family an opportunity to support us in a tangible way.
If you feel led to be part of our journey—whether through prayers, encouragement, or financial support—we would be incredibly grateful. We trust that God is writing this story, and we are so excited to see how He moves. Thank you for climbing this mountain with us!
We are only abel to raise about a 3rd of the total cost ($50,000) of adoption through this site but here is a break down of the average total costs of Domestic Adoption:
| Application Fee | $600 | Due with application | |
| Program Fee 1 | $8,000 | Due upon application acceptances | |
| Program Fee 2 | $10,400 | Due upon home study and profile approval | |
| Program Fee 3 | $9,000 | Due upon match with birth mother | |
| Program Fee 4 | $9,000 | Due 48 hours prior to placement | |
| Total Program Fee | $37,000 | ||
| Other Costs (Estimated) | Costs | Totals | Notes |
| U.S.-Based Fees | $1,400 –$11,975 | ||
| Home Study | $1,000-$3,000 | Costs vary by state/agency | |
| Post Adoption Reports | $300-$2,000 | Costs vary by state/agency | |
| CORE Training | $375 | Colorado Only | |
| Other Parent Education/Training | $100-$300 | Estimated cost of online education courses | |
| Additional Profile Services | Varies | Varies based on service selected | |
| Finalization Attorney fees | $0-$6,000 | Costs vary by state and choice of attorney | |
| Court Report | $300 | KY Only | |
| Additional Expenses for Out of State Families | $300 | ||
| Home Study Review Fee | $300 | Applies to families living outside NCA licensed area using other home study provider | |
| Rare Additional Expenses | $4,000 – $10,500+ | ||
| Emergency Home Study Expedite | $500 | Additional cost to expedite your home study completion due to an emergency situation. Only available in a true emergency. | |
| Medical Expenses | $4,000-$8,000 | If not on Medicaid, then birth mother’s medical expenses will need to be covered by the family | |
| Re-match fee | $0-$2,000 | In the event that you have a failed match, Nightlight may charge a discretionary rematch fee, amount to be determined by NCA on a case-by-case basis. | |
| Birth Parent Attorney Fee (contested cases) | Varies | Additional fees in contested cases for birth parent attorney costs | |
| Total Other Costs (Est.) | $5,400 – $21,775+ | Varies based on location and law requirements | |
| Total Fees & Estimated Expenses | |||
| GRAND TOTAL | $38,400 – $49,275 | ||
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Donors
Raquel Geissler
We can’t wait to have you guys in the adoption club!
Mark Koons
Allie Lazerwitz
We are so so excited for you!!!!
Gordon
Andi Resnick
Sending all my love! Congratulations on your new adventure ❤️
Alex Levin
Lindsey Ganem
We are excited to see how God will grow your family! Love y'all so much!
Danielle Butler
We will give as we can! We love what you’re doing!
Ashley Stewart
Patty
Kristen Byers
We love you so much and pray for you both, and your baby often!
Justine Morin
We're so happy and excited for you guys!! We'll babysit too! ❤️❤️
Kristen Byers
Joshua and Katie Adams
Jill Harrison
Praying for you all!
Anna Avalos
We are here for you guys! We hope to be more generous in the future! Praying for your journey:)
Raquel Geissler
We are sooo excited for you guys! Happy Mothers Day Sarah! Cant wait to meet the baby who will fill your arms! Love you!
Erin Stevens
Excited for you two and this next chapter! -Erin & Cam
As of December 1st we are number 69 on the wait list for infant adoption!
We are still waiting on our Background check to come through in order to schedule and complete the home study.
We are finalizing our education requirements and paperwork. Our next step will be a home study.