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SUMMARY:2026 Barker's Connect-A-Thon
DESCRIPTION:This year is all about connection!\n\nJoin us for a week of connecting within the Barker community! \nAnswer the Call! Our volunteers will contact families from September 14\, to September 20\, between 1P and 8P ET. We encourage you to PLEASE ANSWER calls from our amazing volunteers\, they would love to hear family updates as well as receive your contribution. \n\nCan’t Wait Until the Phonathon? \nGive online by visiting our donation page here. \nOR \nBy Check: Please make out checks to “The Barker Adoption Foundation” and use the remittance envelope found in the recently received Annual Report and letter from Sue Hollar. Or mail directly to 7979 Old Georgetown Road\, First Floor Bethesda\, MD 20814. \nWhichever way you decide to support this year’s Annual Fund\, know that we can’t do it without you. We are excited to connect with you during our annual Phonathon event!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/2026-barkers-connect-a-thon/
LOCATION:Barker Adoption Foundation\, 7979 Old Georgetown Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260917
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SUMMARY:2026 Barker's Phone-A-Thon
DESCRIPTION:This year is all about connection!\n\nJoin us for a week of connecting within the Barker community! \nAnswer the Call! Our volunteers will contact families from September 14\, to September 20\, between 1P and 8P ET. We encourage you to PLEASE ANSWER calls from our amazing volunteers\, they would love to hear family updates as well as receive your contribution. \n\nCan’t Wait Until the Phonathon? \nGive online by visiting our donation page here. \nOR \nBy Check: Please make out checks to “The Barker Adoption Foundation” and use the remittance envelope found in the recently received Annual Report and letter from Sue Hollar. Or mail directly to 7979 Old Georgetown Road\, First Floor Bethesda\, MD 20814. \nWhichever way you decide to support this year’s Annual Fund\, know that we can’t do it without you. We are excited to connect with you during our annual Phonathon event!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/2026-barkers-phone-a-thon/
LOCATION:Barker Adoption Foundation\, 7979 Old Georgetown Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T210000
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SUMMARY:Adult Adoptee Discussion Group (September 2026)
DESCRIPTION:This discussion group is open to adoptees 18 years of age and older. The purpose of the group is to give adoptees an opportunity to discuss their feelings\, concerns\, and questions about being adopted. \nLocation: Virtual event \nDate and time: Wed Sep 16\, 2026 – 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM \nOrganizer: Victoria Alves\, (301) 664-9664\, valves@barkerfoundation.org \nRegister Now!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/adult-adoptee-discussion-group-september-2026/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Adult Adoptee,Support/Discussion Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T231707
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SUMMARY:International Adoption Information Meeting (September)
DESCRIPTION:During this informative session\, our experienced adoption professionals will cover various topics\, including: – The international adoption process. – Barker’s country programs. – The eligibility criteria. – The necessary paperwork involved. – Barker’s home study and post-placement services You will also get the chance to hear from a family who has successfully adopted a child internationally. Whether you’re just beginning your adoption journey or have already started the process\, this meeting will provide you with valuable resources and support. \nLocation: Virtual event \nDate and time: Wed\, Sep 16\, 2026 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM \nOrganizer: Kelli Olive\, (301) 664-9664\, kolive@barkerfoundation.org \nRegister Now!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/international-adoption-information-meeting-september/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:International Information Meeting,Prospective Parent International Adoption
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T183000
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SUMMARY:Older Child Adoption from Foster Care Information Meeting (September)
DESCRIPTION:Attend Barker’s free information meeting and panel presentation lead by our older child adoption from foster care program team – Project Wait No Longer. Hear directly from those with lived experience and be inspired by the stories of perseverance that will be shared by individuals touched by adoption! If you want to learn more about how you can become a family for a waiting child\, this session is for you. \nLocation: Virtual event \nDate and time: Thu\, Sep 17\, 2026 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM \nOrganizer: Marilyn Rippetoe\, mrippetoe@barkerfoundation.org \nRegister Now!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/older-child-adoption-from-foster-care-information-meeting-september/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Older Child Information Meeting,Prospective Parent Project Wait No Longer-Older Child Adoption from Foster Care
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T150000
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SUMMARY:2026 Pre Adoption Training (NTDC) September
DESCRIPTION:The National Training and Development Curriculum (NTDC) is a nationally recognized\, evidence-based program that prepares you for the lifelong journey of adoption. Required for all prospective Barker adoptive parents\, the course covers core adoption concepts\, trauma and loss\, and strategies for supporting children from diverse backgrounds. Led by professionals and adoptive parents. Participants must be able to join all three sessions in their cohort. September \nSeptember NTDC Sessions will run:  \n\nSeptember 19 \nSeptember 26 \nOctober 3\n\n\nTime: 9 AM–3 PM ET \nLocation: Virtual event \nDate and time: Sat\, Sep 19\, 2026 9:00 AM ET \nOrganizer: Tenisha Lusane\, (301) 664-9664\, tlusane@barkerfoundation.org \nRegister Now!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/2026-pre-adoption-training-ntdc-september/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Pre-Adoption Training (NTDC),Prospective Parent Domestic Adoption,Prospective Parent International Adoption,Prospective Parent Project Wait No Longer-Older Child Adoption from Foster Care
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