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    Adopt PA Kids

    ​Upcoming SWAN Events

    Connecting individuals and families with valuable resources and information is vital to creating loving and supportive environments for children in need. This page serves as a hub for upcoming events, workshops, and seminars dedicated to adoption and fostering.

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    In Pennsylvania, youth can remain in foster care until the age of 21. Many of the matching events listed on this page provide families with opportunities to meet older youth in care who are in need of permanency. Even though many of these youth are on their way to young adulthood, they continue to need permanent connections and a family to support, love and care for them. To learn more about this group of older youth please visit the Waiting Children section and use the Search Kids tool and search by age range 17 to 20.

    Birthdays

    We celebrate September birthdays (17-20yrs) for the following older youth: 

    Events

    Saturday, September 19, 2026
    LifeSpan Family Services Annual Matching Event

    Agencies are welcome to register either their youth (age 12 and older) or their approved families. Also, agencies will have their own table where they can present their youth and families that were unable to attend the event in person. There will be delicious food as well as fun games and activities for everyone to participate in!

    • When: Saturday, September 19, 2026
    • Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
    • Where: LifeSpan Family Services of PA, 2672 Helvetia Road, Luthersburg, PA 15848
    • Registration: Register online

    Tuesday, September 22, 2026
    Annual Delaware Valley Adoption Council (DVAC) Professionals Only Event

    We are excited to invite you to the Annual DVAC Matching Event, a professionals-only gathering designed to connect families and professionals in a supportive and collaborative environment. This year's theme, “Steeped in Love: A warm cup, an autumn breeze, and a family complete," celebrates the meaningful connections that help create forever families.

    • When: Tuesday, September 22, 2026
    • Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. (Table setup: 10-10:30 a.m.)
    • Where: Davisville Church, 325 Street Road, Southampton, PA 18966
    • Registration: Register here

    Saturday, October 17, 2026
    The Children's Aid Home Programs Annual Trunk or Treat Matching Event

    Families, youth, and agencies are invited to enjoy lunch, games, and dancing at our annual trunk or treat matching event. It will prove to be a 'ghouling' good time complete with costume and trunk judging.

    Sunday, October 18, 2026
    Football Watch Party Matching Event

    Join us for our Football Watch Party Matching Event! There will be games, food, prizes, connection and, of course, football.

    Tuesday, October 20, 2026
    More Than a Glance: An Inquiry Hour with Mazi

    Recruiters for youth and families are invited to join us on the 2026 dates for an open house style "Inquiry Hour," where we will showcase and share "More Than a Glance" about the families and children recruited for by Mazi. Families, please note that this event is for professionals only, but feel free to share this information with your workers and request that they join to represent your family!

    Thursday, October 22, 2026
    Pennsylvania State Resource Family Association (PSRFA) 50th Annual Conference

    One Community, Many Roles, One Mission — Building Bridges for Resource Families! Join us for two days of inspiring speakers, engaging workshops, valuable resources, networking, and opportunities to connect with resource families and professionals from across Pennsylvania.
    REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! PSRFA members attend FREE!

    • When: October 22–23, 2026
    • Where: Penn Harris Hotel & Convention Center, 1150 Camp Hill Bypass, Camp Hill, PA
    • Registration: Visit the NEW PSRFA website at www.psrfa.org to register, view the conference schedule, and select your workshops.
    • Registration Deadline: October 9, 2026
    • Contact Information: Questions or having trouble accessing your member account? Contact Melissa Geesaman at mgeesaman@psrfa.org.

    Saturday, November 7, 2026
    Children's Service Center of Wyoming Valley, Inc Annual Matching Event

    Children's Service Center is hosting their annual Fall Match Event on Saturday, November 7th. Please save the date! More information and registration details are coming soon.

    • When: Saturday, November 7, 2026
    • Time: 11 a.m-1 p.m.
    • Where: Children's Service Center, 335 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702

    Wednesday, November 18, 2026
    Your Story Starts Here Matching Event

    Agencies and families with approved family profiles are invited to join an evening of raffles, games, and refreshments. This is an opportunity to connect with professionals and parents to make matches!

    • When: Wednesday, November 18, 2026
    • Time: 5-7 p.m.; Agency set-up begins at 4:30 p.m.
    • Where: Northern Children Services, 5301 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128
    • Registration: Coming soon
    • More Information: Contact Cori Schiffert by emailing cschiffert@northernchildren.org

    Tuesday, December 15, 2026
    More Than a Glance: An Inquiry Hour with Mazi

    Recruiters for youth and families are invited to join us on the 2026 dates for an open house style "Inquiry Hour," where we will showcase and share "More Than a Glance" about the families and children recruited for by Mazi. Families, please note that this event is for professionals only, but feel free to share this information with your workers and request that they join to represent your family!

    The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS), which is in part comprised of the Office of Children, Youth, and Families (OCYF) complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.