September ENews from NOAS

September 2021 Newsletter

NOAS IS HAPPY TO SHARE WITH YOU THESE TWO SWEET ADOPTIONS

Congratulations to these kids and their families

2-year-old Jonari was adopted on August 25, 2021 and we couldn't be happier for him.

Austin spent 1,624 days in foster care. On August 25, 2021 his dream of having a forever family came true.

Click to learn more about other children waiting to be adopted

NATIONAL KINSHIP CARE MONTH

NOAS is proud to partner with OhioKAN, a statewide kinship and adoption program designed to assist caregivers, families, and children.

NOAS is 100% committed to ensuring every kinship and adoption family in Ohio looking for support will get it. No matter who you are or what your circumstances may be — contact us because we are here for you! With the support of dedicated NOAS staff, OhioKAN’s 100% free services will help kinship and adoptive families in the following counties navigate and connect with all of the resources available locally and statewide: Ashtabula, Columbiana, Geauga, Lake, Mahoning, Portage, Stark and Trumbull.

Contact Sarah at 216-390-4397,

email sarah.moreton@kinnectohio.org

or contact Meghan at 216-390-4395, email meghan.delaney@kinnectohio.org

BOARD MEMBER HIGHLIGHT

Mr. Burgan is the second-generation co-owner of Burgan Real Estate, following in his father’s footsteps. He is also the President of the Youngstown Columbiana Association of Realtors. Burgan Real Estate has grown to more than $100 million in sales, up from $52 million their first year as co-owners. The company has launched its “Better with Burgan” commitment to “growing agents, fulfilling client needs … and supporting the community.” Mr. Burgan has been a member of Boardman Rotary, created a grant for entrepreneurial students at Youngstown State University in honor of his father, and has been a trustee of the Penguin Club, a booster organization for YSU athletics. He is heavily involved in the local community and passionate about NOAS’ mission as he was adopted as a child. He joined the NOAS Board in 2019.

Are you interested in becoming a board member?

NOAS is also looking for new members for our Board of Directors. There is an application and approval process. Board meets nine times per year at 7:45 am at NOAS in Warren. The meetings last 60 to 90 minutes. A variety of professional experience is needed. Adoption experience is helpful but not required. Would you please email Cheryl Tarantino at ctarantino@noas.com?

JOIN NOAS FOR OUR 8TH ANNUAL HOME TEAM CELEBRATION

Helping Children Find Forever Families

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2021

at Cleveland Museum of Natural History

in Cleveland, OH

Tickets are on sale now through September 13, 2021

The wonders of science will surround you and your guest(s)! Enjoy one of Cleveland’s premier culinary talents, Zack Bruell Events. Dance to the Cleveland Keys Dueling Pianos. Shop the Auction. Browse the Museum exhibits in its centennial year. Make a weekend out of it. Stay at the Tudor Arms Hotel. Watch the Cleveland Browns Home Opener against Houston on Sun. Sept.19, 2021.

All proceeds will support NOAS and the foster youth and families we serve. Please consider buying tickets and supporting the costs of finding, training, and supporting specialized families for Ohio’s foster kids, teens, and emancipated youth through various NOAS programs.

THANK YOU

BOOKS-A-MILLION

A BIG shout out to Books A Million for ALWAYS thinking of us. These books will bring smiles to the kids and young adults we work with. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

Here at NOAS we welcome ALL families who want to foster or adopt. Do you feel ready to take the next step towards becoming a foster and/or adoptive parent, make sure that you register for our upcoming Weekend Pre-Placement Class Series starting in October. Call Cindy at 800-686-6627 ext. 126 to register.

View All Class Schedules

BACK TO SCHOOL TIPS

We understand that back to school can be uncomfortable for your child that you are fostering. So we are providing just a few tips to help foster parents out. Need more help just call your NOAS family worker and ask for more guidance.