The Children's Home of Pittsburgh Adoption Program

02/27/2026

Meet Dakota!

Dakota is a joyful, determined young man with a big heart and even bigger dreams. He gets along well with animals and kids of all ages.

He loves basketball, music, and hopes to travel the world one day with his forever family.

Funny, kind, and dependable, Dakota brings laughter and light wherever he goes.

Learn more about Dakota: https://youtu.be/7V8Jl9wWDVc

For more information about Dakota, contact Rochelle Wigton – rwigton@chomepgh.org – 412-350-8392.

02/24/2026

Congratulations to Gina, Rhiannon, and Hazel on their adoption finalization! We wish them a lifetime of happiness as an official family of three!

02/19/2026

01/19/2026

As we spend today reflecting on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. life and legacy, we’re reminded that justice is more than laws and policies, it’s well-being. Mental health and healing are central to Dr. King's dream, where everyone has the right to care, community, and peace of mind.

19.7% of Black and African American adults have experienced a mental health condition within the past year. The Black community continues to face inequality in their access to quality mental health treatment. Black and African American adults are less likely to receive mental health treatment then white or multiracial adults. (SAMHSA)

Black mental health matters. We all deserve peace, support, and care.

12/22/2025

Happy Holidays from The Children’s Home of Pittsburgh! We are so grateful to everyone who supported us this holiday season through donations, volunteering, and unwavering community support.

11/26/2025

At our National Adoption Month event earlier this November, we asked attendees to record what about Adoption they thankful for. If you have been touched by Adoption in any way, what are you thankful for? We would love to hear as we roll into the Thanksgiving holiday!

11/25/2025

As we near the end of National Adoption Month, don’t miss this Pittsburgh Parent Magazine interview with Erika Schmitt, our Director of Counseling and Family Support Services at The Children’s Home of Pittsburgh. Click here to read: https://dmag.pittsburghparent.com/November-2025/index.html?page

11/20/2025

Today we honor Children’s Grief Awareness Day and stand with kids who are navigating loss. Professional support can help a child handle grief soon after a loss happens and ongoing. Counselors can educate children on grief, normalize how they are feeling, and teach them strategies to deal with tough feelings.

If a child in your life could use support, our skilled pediatric counselors are trained in helping children navigate grief and trauma. Reach out to us to learn more: https://bit.ly/4o85sPk

11/07/2025

Join us tomorrow for a celebration of adoption and foster care! Whether you’re a foster or adoptive family, a supporter, or simply curious to learn more, everyone in the community is welcome. Enjoy resources, information, and fun for all ages! 💛

RSVP Link: https://tinyurl.com/msbtvxab

We would love if you would join us at our annual Adoption Awareness and Homecoming Event on November 8th at The Children's Home of Pittsburgh from 11AM-2PM. There will be food, yard games, and other fun activities for adults and children to enjoy!

11/01/2025

Celebrate adoption with us! 🎟️ Everyone who attends Falling Into Family will receive free raffle tickets, plus extra tickets for bringing a friend — no cost to enter! Win fun prizes while enjoying a day of community and connection.

RSVP Link: https://tinyurl.com/msbtvxab

We would love if you would join us at our annual Adoption Awareness and Homecoming Event on November 8th at The Children's Home of Pittsburgh from 11AM-2PM. There will be food, yard games, and other fun activities for adults and children to enjoy!

10/28/2025

Celebrate adoption and community with a day of fun: raffle baskets, family photos, bracelet making, yard games, and more! Enjoy activities from the Pittsburgh Glass Center, Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh, and Kamin Science Center, plus food from Yoli’s and a cozy hot chocolate bar.

Let us know if you can make it: https://tinyurl.com/msbtvxab

We would love if you would join us at our annual Adoption Awareness and Homecoming Event on November 8th at The Children's Home of Pittsburgh from 11AM-2PM. There will be food, yard games, and other fun activities for adults and children to enjoy!