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November is National Adoption Month
Strengthening Pathways for Lasting Bonds
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National Adoption Month, with the theme Honoring Youth: Strengthening Pathways for Lasting Bonds, emphasizes the importance of building supportive, enduring connections for teens in foster care. Currently, over 1 in 5 children awaiting adoption are between the ages of 13 and 17, highlighting the urgent need for families willing to open their homes to older youth who may have limited time left in the foster system.
NOAS is committed to finding these teens stable, permanent families, along with the support, resources, and connections essential for their success. Throughout National Adoption Month, NOAS will raise awareness and educate the community on the unique needs of these youth, advocating for lifelong bonds that provide the love, security, and sense of belonging every child deserves.
The need for foster and adoptive families across Northeast Ohio is more crucial than ever. Begin your foster-to-adopt journey with NOAS and make a lasting difference in a child’s life. For more information, call 330-984-0873 or email smoreton@noas.com.
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Check out this heartwarming video created by Bailey, who found a forever family after 1,247 days in care. Stories like Bailey’s remind us why the journey is so meaningful and why every effort counts. Watch and celebrate the joy of family and the impact of adoption. | |
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Our Angel Tree is officially up, and it’s waiting for you to make a child’s holiday wish come true! For over 30 years, our Angel Tree program has brought joy and warmth to the children served by NOAS, ensuring each child receives a special gift to celebrate the season. Stop by our Warren office, Monday through Thursday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., to pick your angel and make this holiday unforgettable for foster youth or young adults. Gifts are due by December 2nd.
If you have any questions about the Angel Tree program, Kathy is here to help! Just give her a call at 330-856-5582, extension 110. Thank you for your continued generosity and for making a difference this holiday season!
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Join us on January 30, 2025, for an unforgettable evening at Ciminero’s Banquet Centre! Doors open at 6:00 p.m. with a delicious buffet dinner, cash bar, exciting chance auction, and opportunities to win premium bourbon and high-end purses.
Best of all, your participation directly supports NOAS in creating vital connections, resources, and permanent homes for local foster youth. Don’t miss this fantastic evening for a great cause—mark your calendar and get ready to make a difference! Additional information will be coming soon to our website, noas.com.
| This Giving Tuesday, consider making a difference in the lives of foster youth and those aging out of foster care by supporting NOAS through our Holiday Wish List. During this holiday season, you can help us bring joy and needed essentials to young people who deserve to feel valued and supported. By purchasing items from our wish lists on Amazon and Target, you’re directly helping to fulfill holiday wishes and providing comfort to youth who often face this season without the stability of a family. Thank you for your generosity and for making this season brighter for those who need it most! | |
Support Foster Youth Year-Round with a Monthly Donation
100% of Your Gift Goes Directly to Families!
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By making a recurring gift to NOAS, you’re providing long-term, sustainable support to foster youth and families in need. Recurring gifts give us the stability to meet ongoing needs and plan confidently for the future, ensuring that we can offer consistent care and resources to those we serve. This flexible giving option allows you to adjust your contribution at any time to fit your circumstances. To become a sustaining donor, simply sign up at noas.com/make-a-donation or call 330-856-5582 ext. 110.
Your steady support truly makes a difference!
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Lutz Greenhouse
gives back again
| A huge thank you to Lutz Greenhouse for their incredible, continued support! Throughout October, they held the Take a Chance for the Kids raffle, and thanks to their dedication and generosity, proceeds benefited NOAS. Your commitment makes a real difference for children and teens waiting for connections and support. We are beyond grateful to Lutz Greenhouse and everyone involved in this event. Thank you for standing with us and helping us bring hope to those who need it most! | Meet Our Newest Board Members | |
JEFFREY E. FISHEL
Board Member
Joined the Board in March 2024
Mr. Fishel is Branch Manager/Vice President at First National Bank of PA. Jeff also spends his time coaching girls’ basketball for South Range High School. Jeff got to know NOAS by attending several fundraisers and felt compelled to give back in a special way. He has seen in his work in the schools the powerful and positive impact that foster homes and forever homes have on children. Jeff brings energy, creativity and empathy to the NOAS Board of Trustees.
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KARLI WHETSTONE DATISH
Board Member
Joined the Board in October 2024
Mrs. Datish was born and raised in Warren, Ohio where she developed a passion for music. That passion and dedication led Karli to Nashville, Tennessee where she wrote, worked, appeared, and performed with some of the biggest names and venues in country music. After calling Nashville home for over a decade, Karli moved back to her hometown with her husband, Doug, to raise their son Declan. Upon returning home to Ohio, Karli has focused on being a mother, wife and working with charitable organizations that impact the local community, including: Buckeye Cruise for Cancer, Inspiring Minds, Recover and Revive Foundation, and NOAS.
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Coley is a funny and outgoing little boy who loves to make people laugh. He loves to play games on the computer and learn new things. He would love a family that would joke around with him and have a good time.
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Why Give To NOAS
Straight from the mouths of John and Jacqueline Stanko, one of our recurring monthly donors
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1. Why did you choose to donate to NOAS?
As we were exploring ways to give back, we came across NOAS. At the time, we were preparing to start our own family, and we felt that helping children find loving homes and supporting families in their growth would be one of the most meaningful ways to make a difference in our community.
2. Why did you decide to make a recurring donation instead of a one-time donation?
We chose a recurring donation because we were confident that NOAS was a worthy cause, and we didn’t want to keep reevaluating our decision to contribute in the future. Once we determined that supporting NOAS was important to us, the monthly donation made it easy and seamless to continue our support. We also considered the many monthly subscriptions and charges we already commit to, and felt that helping NOAS was far more meaningful and valuable than most of them.
3. How does it feel to make this gift knowing how it makes a difference?
Making a positive impact on children and families in our community gives us a deep sense of pride and connection. We truly believe it’s one of the most important causes we can support locally.
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Phone: 800-686-6627 ext. 126
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