Nov 11, 2026
At Tate Healey Webster, our commitment to adoption extends far beyond the courtroom. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to grow up in a safe, loving, and permanent family, and we are proud to support organizations that share that mission.
Recently, members of the Tate Healey Webster team traveled to Chicago to support the Chicago chapter of Gift of Adoption at its annual Gather for the Gift fundraiser. The event brought together adoption advocates, attorneys, families, and supporters from across the country to celebrate the organization's impact and raise awareness about the financial challenges many families face throughout the adoption process.
Supporting Gift of Adoption's Mission to Help Families Grow
Gift of Adoption is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to helping children find permanent families by providing financial assistance to qualified adoptive parents.
For many hopeful adoptive families, the financial requirements associated with adoption can present significant challenges. Adoption expenses may include legal fees, agency costs, travel expenses, and other necessary services. These costs can sometimes create barriers for families who are otherwise prepared to provide a loving home.
Through its adoption assistance grants, Gift of Adoption helps bridge that financial gap, making adoption possible for more children and families.
At Tate Healey Webster, we have witnessed firsthand the profound impact adoption can have on the lives of children, birth parents, and adoptive families. Supporting organizations like Gift of Adoption is one more way we can contribute to helping children find the permanency and stability they deserve.
An Inspiring Evening at Gather for the Gift in Chicago
The annual Gather for the Gift fundraiser was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the meaningful work Gift of Adoption is doing nationwide.
One of the evening's memorable moments included hearing from actress Millie Bobby Brown and her husband, Jake Bongiovi, who shared their personal adoption journey and spoke about their support for Gift of Adoption's mission.
Their remarks highlighted an important reality for many hopeful adoptive families. While the desire to provide a loving home may be strong, financial obstacles can sometimes stand in the way.
Organizations like Gift of Adoption help address those challenges by providing financial resources that can make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families.
We were honored to be part of an evening that celebrated the generosity of donors, the dedication of adoption advocates, and the families whose lives have been changed through adoption.
Connecting With Adoption Attorneys From Across the Country
In addition to supporting Gift of Adoption, our team enjoyed reconnecting with colleagues from the American Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Attorneys (AAAA) who traveled from other states to attend the event.
AAAA is a national organization of experienced attorneys who focus on adoption and assisted reproductive technology law. Its members are dedicated to advancing ethical adoption practices, sharing legal knowledge, and supporting families navigating the complexities of adoption and assisted reproduction.
These professional relationships are particularly meaningful because adoption matters frequently involve families, birth parents, and legal professionals in multiple states.
Staying connected with adoption attorneys across the country allows our team to exchange ideas, strengthen professional relationships, and remain engaged with developments affecting adoption law nationwide.
We always appreciate opportunities to spend time with colleagues who share our commitment to helping children and families.
Tate Healey Webster's Commitment to Adoption in Florida and Beyond
As Florida's largest law firm dedicated exclusively to adoption and assisted reproductive law, Tate Healey Webster is proud to serve families throughout the state while maintaining strong relationships within the national adoption community.
Our attorneys assist clients with a wide range of adoption matters, including:
- Newborn and private adoptions
- Matched adoptions
- Stepparent and relative adoptions
- Foster care adoptions
- Contested adoptions
- Interstate adoptions
- Adoption finalizations
- Assisted reproductive technology and surrogacy matters
With offices in Tampa, Orlando, Naples, Jacksonville, Merritt Island, and Boca Raton, our firm helps families navigate the legal aspects of adoption with experience, compassion, and a deep understanding of Florida adoption law.
Our commitment to this work also extends to supporting nonprofit organizations, collaborating with fellow adoption professionals, and advocating for children and families throughout the adoption community.
Helping More Children Find Loving, Permanent Families
We are grateful to the Chicago chapter of Gift of Adoption for hosting such a meaningful event and for the important work the organization continues to do across the country.
The Gather for the Gift fundraiser was a reminder of what can happen when individuals, organizations, and professionals come together with a shared purpose: helping more children find the loving, permanent families they deserve.
At Tate Healey Webster, we are proud to support that mission and look forward to continuing our work alongside others who are equally passionate about adoption.
To learn more about Gift of Adoption and its grant programs, visit www.giftofadoption.org.
If you are considering adoption in Florida, the experienced adoption attorneys at Tate Healey Webster are here to help guide you through the legal process.
