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A Act of Love™
Adoption Agency

#1 Top Rated Adoption Agency

If you’re looking for an adoption agency that offers real answers, loving support, and a team that truly cares — you’re in the right place.

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What Is an Adoption Agency?

An adoption agency is an organization licensed to guide expectant parents and adoptive families through the adoption process — legally, emotionally, and practically. At A Act of Love, we offer private adoption services with care, clarity, and dignity.

We work closely with:

  • Birth parents who are facing unplanned pregnancies and want to explore their options
  • Hopeful adoptive families who dream of welcoming a child into their lives

At A Act of Love, being an adoption agency means more than guiding you through a process — it means living out our mission: to serve children and help build loving families who share the joy of living and loving together. Everyone in the process deserves to feel loved, and we’re honored to walk this journey with you.

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We Grew Our Families with Adoption, Too

With over 30 years of experience and more than 2,500 successful adoptions, A Act of Love is one of the most trusted and respected licensed adoption agencies in Utah.

What makes us different is that adoption isn’t just our work — it’s our life. Our founder, Kathy Kunkel, adopted 8 of her 10 children. Our Chief Operating Officer, Isaac Thomas, has adopted 4 children of his own.

We understand the emotional, legal, and practical journey of adoption because we’ve walked it ourselves. We go the extra mile because we believe every person in this process deserves to be cared for like family.

Adoptive Families
2,500+

Successful Matches

We have helped over 2,500 birth parents and adoptive families to accomplish the gift of adoption.

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Years of Experience

A Act of Love Adoptions began in 1993. We've been serving families for over 30 years.

Adoption Customer Support
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Availability to Help

Our loving support team is ready to answer any questions you may have.

How Our Adoption Agency Helps Birth Moms

We provide services for parents that are considering a placing a baby for adoption. We understand how important this decision is. For that reason, we work hand and hand with our birth parents from the beginning and after post-placement. Our services include:

Counseling & Support

You’re not alone. We offer confidential, compassionate support throughout your pregnancy and the adoption process. Whether you just have questions or need someone to talk to, we’re here to listen — judgment-free.

Financial Assistance

If you need help with pregnancy-related expenses, we may be able to assist depending on your state’s laws. Support can include things like medical costs, groceries, maternity clothes, utilities, and more.

Housing

If you’re considering relocation, we can help arrange safe, comfortable housing. If you prefer to stay in your current state, we can still assist in finding support close to home. We’ll help you explore all of your options.

Medical Help

Your health matters. We can assist with prenatal care, medical appointments, and transportation to ensure you and your baby are well taken care of throughout your pregnancy.

 

Legal Assistance

We’ll help connect you with experienced legal professionals to ensure everything is handled ethically and respectfully. Legal support may also include assistance with expenses, depending on your location.

 

Post Placement

Our care doesn’t end after placement. We’ll continue to be here for you with post-adoption counseling and support. We can also assist with communication between you and the adoptive family, if desired.

Adoption is An Act of Love

Pregnant Women

When you search for an adoption agency, you’re not just looking for a checklist. You’re looking for people who will listen, walk with you, and treat your story with the care it deserves.

At A Act of Love, we don’t just “do adoptions” — we serve people. Whether you’re placing a child or hoping to adopt, you’ll be met with respect, support, and real human connection.

Because this isn’t just paperwork. It’s your life — and we never forget that.

Adoption Agency Services for Adoptive Families

Many families have a strong desire to adopt a baby but the process can be complex. We understand the process and feelings. Our goal as an adoption agency is to make adoption easy and possible.

 

Personal Guidance

You’re not in this alone. You’ll be paired with a dedicated adoption coordinator who walks with you from start to finish — answering questions, encouragement, and helping with every detail.

Home Study Support

Whether you need help completing your Utah home study or connecting with a trusted provider in your state, we’ll guide you through it with clarity and compassion.

Profile & Matching Help

We’ll help you create a beautiful, honest family profile to share with expectant parents — and support you during the matching process with integrity and care.

Education & Preparation

We provide resources, education, and conversations to help you feel ready — emotionally, practically, and relationally — for parenting through adoption.
 

Post-Placement Support

Adoption doesn’t end at placement. We’ll walk with you afterward, offering emotional support, tools for bonding, and guidance on maintaining healthy open adoption relationships (if chosen).
 

Inclusive, Ethical Adoption

Whether you’re married, single, LGBTQ+, blended, or faith-led, you are welcome here. We lead with ethics, compassion, and a deep respect for every person in the adoption triad.

What to Look for in an Adoption Agency

Not all adoption agencies are created equal. As you explore your options, here are a few things to look for:

A licensed, experienced team
Respectful, pressure-free counseling
Support for both birth parents and adoptive families
Transparent, ethical practices
A history of lifelong connection and care
If that’s what you’re looking for, you’re already in the right place. Contact us today!

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How Adoption Agencies Work

Adoption is a journey — and at A Act of Love, we’re here to walk every step of it with you. Here’s how adoption typically works through a licensed agency like ours:

  1. We listen first. We begin with conversation. Whether you’re pregnant or hoping to adopt, we take the time to understand your hopes, needs, and story — no pressure, just support.
  2. We make a plan together. If you’re an expectant parent, we’ll help you explore your options, choose a family (if you wish), and make a plan that honors your values. If you’re adopting, we’ll guide you through orientation, home study, and the matching process — with transparency and care.
  3. We support you at every step. From medical and legal help to emotional support and housing, we provide wraparound services to ensure you’re never navigating this alone.
  4. We ease the transition. When the time comes, you’ll decide how the placement unfolds. You might choose to say goodbye on your own, be present when the family meets the baby, or let your adoption coordinator handle it for you.

Whatever you need, we’re here to help you with compassion — honoring your plan, your heart, and your child.

What others are saying

Leslie

Adoptive Parent

We recently adopted a baby through this adoption agency. We interviewed several agencies but in the end we chose A Act of Love because we felt they genuinely cared about their birth moms and supported them the best, we also felt this agency was the most transparent about the entire process so we were fully aware of what to expect and ultimately we loved the warm feeling we experienced when dealing with them.

Sarah

Adoptive Parent

We are so thankful for A Act of Love Adoption Agency and the help they gave us on our adoption journey! They answered all of our questions and were helpful in helping us navigate the adoption process. We were placed so quickly with our baby! They seemed to not only care about our family but also for our daughter's birth mom. We are forever thankful for A Act of Love and the help they provided in making our family whole!

Happy Family

Adoptive Family

We recently adopted a beautiful baby boy with A Act of Love. The entire staff went above and beyond with their jobs. They were in constant contact and helped us through the process step by step and answered all hundred of our questions. Many staff are parents of adopted children themselves, so they really understand and can relate. Our trip to Utah to meet our son and birth mom went smoothly as we were both nervous and super excited.

Saffron

Adoptive Parent

Our experience with AAOL was exceptional. We would highly recommend them as an adoption agency. They were straight forward, honest, helpful and treated us well. They are experts at what they do. Linda, Shelly, Isaac and Tarilee all went out of their way to answer our questions and assist us on our adoption journey. We couldn't be happier with our experience.

Maddison

Adoptive Parent

We used A Act of Love for our adoption and it was the best thing we ever did. All of the people there were like family and cared deeply for us. The kindness and love we felt was incredible and I would recommend them 1000 times over! They were quick to complete tasks and when it comes to adoption your always waiting for the next people to finish so you can move forward. Luckily with A Act of Love they were always ready to move on to the next step!

Amanda

Adoptive Parent

We have loved our experience with A Act of Love, and are so grateful in the roll they played in helping us add to our family.

Alison

Adoptive Parent

I’ve relied on Act of Love for both of my Children’s’ adoptions— they are half-siblings. I felt taken care of, informed, and supported. They were realistic and cautious, and were careful about helping me to manage expectations. That being said, I couldn’t have had a smoother process, both times. Strongly recommend.

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What does an adoption agency do?

A licensed adoption agency helps guide expectant parents and adoptive families through the adoption process — legally, emotionally, and practically. At A Act of Love, we offer private adoption services that include counseling, legal guidance, matching, placement, and ongoing support.

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