Serving Utah Since 1993
Adoption Agencies in Utah: Why Families Choose A Act of Love
A Act of Love Adoptions is one of Utah's longest-running licensed non-profit adoption agencies, serving birth mothers and hopeful adoptive families across Utah and the United States.
Why A Act of Love
What Makes A Act of Love Different
30+ Years of Experience
Since 1993, guiding birth mothers and adoptive families.
129 Verified Reviews
4.8-star average rating on Google and other platforms.
Full-Service, Non-Profit
Counseling, legal, medical, matching, post-placement, one team.
A Team That Makes It Personal
Our counselors don't manage cases, they walk with you.
Birth Mother Services
Counseling, medical coordination, legal counsel, housing support as allowed by state law, and 24/7 confidentiality.
Birth mother support →Adoptive Family Services
Home study, adoption profile, matching, and post-placement support.
Apply to adopt →Interstate ICPC Coordination
ICPC coordination for out-of-state birth mothers, with Medicaid verification and return-transport guarantee per H.B. 51.
States we serve →How to Choose
5 Questions to Ask Any Utah Adoption Agency
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Is the agency licensed and non-profit?
Verify with the Utah Office of Licensing at dlbc.utah.gov. Non-profit status adds a mission-first signal.
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How many years of experience?
Longer track records typically mean better relationships with hospitals, legal teams, and birth-family support networks.
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What support is offered to birth mothers?
A full-service agency provides counseling, legal counsel, medical coordination, and support as allowed by state law.
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What's the agency's reputation?
Look for verified third-party reviews. Public reviews and testimonials should be consistent with the agency's claims.
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Can you speak with real staff before committing?
You should never feel pressured. Good agencies welcome questions and offer free, no-obligation intake conversations.
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Common Questions
Adoption Agencies in Utah FAQ
How many adoption agencies are there in Utah?+
Utah is home to several licensed private child-placing adoption agencies, overseen by the Utah Office of Licensing. The full list is available at dlbc.utah.gov.
How do I choose between Utah adoption agencies?+
Use the 5-point checklist: verify licensure, consider years of experience, compare service scope, review reputation, and request a no-obligation intake conversation.
Where is A Act of Love licensed to place children?+
A Act of Love Adoptions is licensed as a child-placing agency in Utah. We help birth moms in many states and coordinate adoptions through the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children (ICPC). Adoption laws vary by state, so a free consultation is the best way to understand what is possible in your situation.
What's the difference between a Utah adoption agency and a Utah adoption attorney?+
An adoption agency provides full-service support: counseling, matching, home study, legal, medical, and post-placement. An adoption attorney typically handles only the legal aspects of an independent adoption.
Does Utah have LDS-specific adoption agencies?+
Utah is home to several adoption agencies with religious affiliations. A Act of Love is a non-denominational licensed non-profit agency that serves families of all faiths, including LDS.
What does it cost to work with a Utah adoption agency?+
For birth mothers in Utah, there is no cost. For adoptive families, full-service domestic infant adoption at A Act of Love typically ranges $30,000 to $50,000.
Are there free adoption agencies in Utah?+
For birth mothers, yes, all licensed Utah adoption agencies provide services at no cost, as allowed by state law. For adoptive families, fees apply.