iDiva.com, the Indian lifestyle portal for women, recently posted a great slide show of famous celebrities who’ve chosen to adopt. We especially love the Indian perspective, which includes many Indian celebrities who are less likely to be mentioned by American-based publications!
Some of the women pictured (like Michelle Pfeiffer at left) didn’t wait to find Mr. Right before adopting their children. And one, “B-town” actress Preity Zinta (who we hope to cover in a separate post), adopted THIRTY FOUR children—all from one school! She funds their education and food, visiting them from time to time.
Have a look at the slide show and let us know what you think by leaving a comment! We CMomA members considering adoption (of many sorts) will be inspired.
Kat
I think EVERY CHILD deserves to have a home and to be wanted and loved.
Celebrities being part of that at least helps to make more people aware of it.
With all my heart i wish we could provide a home to children who want that, however other factors in play mean that it isn’t going to happen.
Penina
Thanks so much, Kat, for your heartfelt reply!
The numbers of children are huge and the families that can receive them hit so many obstacles. There are some important initiatives pushing to make the process easier, (and of course the CMomA Adoption Grant Program to help subsidize the costs).
If this is an issue close to your heart, watch for our regular Facebook shares from the amazing organizations that are working in this area, such as a group that advocates CHIFF, a bill supporting children everywhere growing up in families.