Paths for Families

Paths for Families Adoptions Together & FamilyWorks Together
are now Paths for Families! www.pathsforfamilies.org

Adoptions Together and FamilyWorks Together are now Paths for Families! Paths for Families is an adoption and family well-being organization that builds and sustains families and advocates for best practices in the community. For 33 years, we’ve woven human-centered care, evidence-based practices, and trauma-informed expertise into the lives of more than 15,000 children and families across DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Understanding every path is unique, we support family growth and strengthening through education and counseling, infant adoption options, foster care adoption, family-finding, home studies and post-placements, professional and organizational training, and community outreach and support programming. Our vision is that every child will grow and thrive within a caring, supportive family and community:
Every Child, Every Family, Every Step of the Way. Calverton Office
4061 Powder Mill Road, Suite 320
Calverton, MD 20705
Tel: (301) 439-2900
Fax: (301) 937-2147

Baltimore Office
22 Bloomsbury Avenue, Suite 300
Catonsville, MD 21228
Tel: (410) 869-0620
Fax: (410) 869-8419

Virginia Office
5250 Cherokee Avenue, Suite 203
Alexandria, VA 22312
Tel: (703) 689-0404
Fax: (703) 689-9488

DC Office
508 Kennedy St. NW, Suite 300
Washington, DC 20011
Tel: (202) 526-4802
Fax: (202) 526-4803

Meet Malachi with today's   Feature! 💜Malachi is a bright and caring teen with a big heart. He's a natural at building r...
11/07/2025

Meet Malachi with today's Feature! 💜

Malachi is a bright and caring teen with a big heart. He's a natural at building relationships and shows kindness and respect to those around him. When he's not lost in a good book or enjoying his favorite shows, you can find him out and about, staying active. Malachi is especially gifted at understanding his feelings and communicating openly.

Learn more about Malachi here: pathsforfamilies.org/heart/malachi/

We’ll be sharing more photos soon, but for now that’s a wrap on our Annual Gala! We have so many amazing people to thank...
11/07/2025

We’ll be sharing more photos soon, but for now that’s a wrap on our Annual Gala! We have so many amazing people to thank:

⭐️ All of YOU! Our community who gathered to support every child, every family, every step of the way.
💚 All of our incredible sponsors, especially Stratus Firm who helped make this night possible!
🏠 Our amazing featured family, who took the time to share their story with us.
🏆 Juanita Banks-Whittington for her commitment to child and family well-being, honored through the Janice Goldwater Award.
🤝 Our talented emcee Melissa Mollet, auctioneer Max Wolf, and auction team, C2Auctions.
🩷 Our amazing host committee, board, and staff members.
🎶 Strutman Lane for a fantastic performance!
🎹 The wonderful team at The Fillmore Silver Spring.

More thanks to come, but for now - good night! ✨

The clock is ticking  — our Together We Thrive Gala’s auction closes tomorrow at 8PM! Even if you're not at the gala, yo...
11/05/2025

The clock is ticking — our Together We Thrive Gala’s auction closes tomorrow at 8PM!

Even if you're not at the gala, you can support children and families in the DMV by participating in our silent or live auctions.

Snag incredible items, from trips to fine dining to sports experiences and more, all while supporting our mission!

Bid here: one.bidpal.net/pathsgala2025/browse/all

Starting tomorrow, join C2Adopt and Collaborative ATCP Partners for 3 weeks of November to learn more about children in ...
11/04/2025

Starting tomorrow, join C2Adopt and Collaborative ATCP Partners for 3 weeks of November to learn more about children in Virginia who are waiting to find a safe, secure, and loving home.

More details can be found on the flyer and at this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/STRiWBwjTqewVK5B4PeJQA #/registration

Even if you’re not joining us in person for our Together We Thrive gala, you can still be part of the celebration and ma...
11/03/2025

Even if you’re not joining us in person for our Together We Thrive gala, you can still be part of the celebration and make a big impact!

Explore an incredible lineup of experiences, from premium sports tickets to relaxing beach getaways to fine dining at the area’s best restaurants.

This is your chance to snag some amazing items and experiences, all while making a profound difference in the lives of children and families in the DMV.

Bidding is open now through Thursday, November 6, at 8 PM!

Bid here: one.bidpal.net/pathsgala2025/browse/all


November is  !Join us this week for our 4th annual FREE training for child welfare professionals - Bridging Belonging: C...
11/02/2025

November is !

Join us this week for our 4th annual FREE training for child welfare professionals - Bridging Belonging: Culturally Responsive Support for In*******al Families in Foster Care and Adoption.

🗓️ Tuesday, November 4
🕙 10 AM-Noon EST
💻 Zoom
📚 2 Category I CEUs in Anti-Oppressive Social Work Practice

This training is rooted in cultural humility and anti-oppressive social work practices, offering participants the opportunity to explore how caregivers can affirm a child's racial, ethnic, and cultural identity.

More details and registration can be found here: pathsforfamilies.org/naam

Meet DaShawna with today's   Feature! 💜DaShawna is a bright and energetic girl with a contagious smile. She's full of cu...
10/31/2025

Meet DaShawna with today's Feature! 💜

DaShawna is a bright and energetic girl with a contagious smile. She's full of curiosity and loves to learn new things. When she's not busy playing dress-up (the more sparkles, the better!), DaShawna can be found on the playground, riding her bike, or lost in her imagination with her dolls and tablet. She's a creative soul who enjoys singing, dancing, and drawing.

DaShawna has experience living in homes with pets and would love to have a furry friend, especially a dog, in her forever home. Family adventures are also high on her wish list, and she wouldn't mind having older siblings to share experiences with. DaShawna has siblings of her own and staying connected to them is important to her.

Learn more about DaShawna here: pathsforfamilies.org/dashawna/

We're exactly a week away from our Annual Gala, Together We Thrive, and our auction opens soon!Get ready to bid on incre...
10/30/2025

We're exactly a week away from our Annual Gala, Together We Thrive, and our auction opens soon!

Get ready to bid on incredible items and experiences that spark creativity, adventure, and fun! From NBA, NFL, and NHL tickets to beach getaways to dining at top local restaurants, there's something for everyone.

Keep an eye out next week for the auction launch!

Can’t join us at our Together We Thrive Gala, but want to support Paths for Families? Make an impact from near or far by becoming a Shining Star Donor!

Donate here: one.bidpal.net/pathsgala2025/browse/donation(details:item/1)


In recognition of  , we're hosting our 4th annual free training for child welfare professionals - Bridging Belonging: Cu...
10/25/2025

In recognition of , we're hosting our 4th annual free training for child welfare professionals - Bridging Belonging: Culturally Responsive Support for In*******al Families in Foster Care and Adoption.

🗓️ Tuesday, November 4
🕙 10 AM-Noon EST
💻 Zoom

📚 All attendees will receive 2 Category I CEUs in Anti-Oppressive Social Work Practice.

More details and registration can be found here: pathsforfamilies.org/naam

Meet Daniel with today's   Feature! 💜Daniel is a bright, expressive, and curious teen with a deep desire to be truly see...
10/24/2025

Meet Daniel with today's Feature! 💜

Daniel is a bright, expressive, and curious teen with a deep desire to be truly seen and understood. He thrives on connection and lights up when he’s out in the community exploring new places, meeting people, and learning something new. Whether he’s diving into comic books, mastering a video game, or engaging in thoughtful conversation, Daniel’s energy and enthusiasm are unmistakable.

He’s looking for a forever family that is loving, consistent, and actively engaged as well as caregivers who will celebrate his interests, support his growth, and be a steady presence in his life. Daniel values trust and safety in relationships and does best with adults who model healthy boundaries and compassionate communication.

Learn more about Daniel here: pathsforfamilies.org/daniel

Tomorrow is the final day to RSVP for our annual gala, Together We Thrive! Join us on November 6 at The Fillmore Silver ...
10/23/2025

Tomorrow is the final day to RSVP for our annual gala, Together We Thrive! Join us on November 6 at The Fillmore Silver Spring for a night of celebration, connection, and community impact. ✨

Here's what we have in store:

🎤 Hosted by NBC Washington's Melissa Mollet
🥂 Gourmet Dinner and Drinks
🎶 Live Entertainment by Strutman Lane
🩷 Inspiring Mission Moments
🎁 Exclusive Silent & Live Auctions
🏆 Special Honoree Highlight

Become a sponsor or RSVP here: pathsforfamilies.org/gala


What a day to remember! Thank you to everyone who joined us for Fall Family Day as we celebrated 35 incredible years of ...
10/22/2025

What a day to remember! Thank you to everyone who joined us for Fall Family Day as we celebrated 35 incredible years of Paths for Families. Swipe through to relive the fun of the day!

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Since 1990, Adoptions Together has helped more than 10,000 children join loving, permanent families. Every child who has come to us has become part of a permanent loving home. Each year, we help more than 150 infants and children join nurturing, stable homes. We provide prenatal support and counseling for pregnant women considering adoption services as well as interim care and placement for infants and children in need. Annually, we guide and support more than 300 pregnant women to help them make the best decision for their child. We also work with local social services departments to find permanent homes or connections for older children in foster care.

Adoptions Together is committed to building and strengthening secure, loving families. One of the agency’s guiding principles is inclusivity: factors such as race, religion, marital status, wealth or sexual preference, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression don’t determine what kind of parent someone will be and they are never variables that we consider when finding a home for a child. Through openness, honesty and communication we work with every family to ensure that they receive the education, support and guidance they need through the entire placement process. We understand that no decision in this process is an easy one, and we stand by our commitment to children and their families to help all those involved make the best choice for the child.

Adoptions Together is far more than just an adoption agency. We are a lifelong resource for families where information, support and counseling can always be found. Adoptions Together supports children and families formed through adoption, guardianship, foster care, and kinship care with specialized services offered at locations in Maryland, Virginia and DC. Our support remains available to every family for a lifetime of guidance, education, and counseling to ensure that each family stays strong together. With a holistic network of more than three dozen innovative services that build and strengthen families, Adoptions Together is one of the most diverse nonprofit social service agencies serving the Washington/Baltimore area.We also serve as a regional center of knowledge and activity on child welfare issues for a broad spectrum of educational, mental health, and other professionals as well as legislators, public officials, and the general population.

Calverton Office 4061 Powder Mill Road Suite 320 Calverton MD, 20705 Tel: (301) 439-2900 Fax: (301) 937-2147 Baltimore Office 2505B Lord Baltimore Dr. Baltimore MD, 21244 Tel: (410) 869-0620 Fax: (410) 869-8419 Virginia Office 457A Carlisle Drive Herndon VA, 20170 Tel: (703) 689-0404 Fax: (703) 689-9488 DC Office 508 Kennedy St. NW, Suite 318 Washington DC, 20011 Tel: (202) 526-4802 Fax: (202) 526-4803