Our History
In 2003, four concerned adoptive parents and professionals began hosting the Adoption Awareness Expo. They wanted to create awareness and educate the public about adoption. Held in January each year, the Expo is a one-stop shop for prospective adoptive families to learn about the types of adoption and the adoption process. The Expo is unique in that it is a collaborative effort that brings together public, domestic and international adoption organizations under one roof.
Due to the success of the Expo, in 2006, the group formed Adoption Coalition for Education and Support (ACES), a statewide nonprofit organization, to expand their services beyond the Expo. Programs include community awareness, pre-adoption and post-adoption training and support.
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Our Mission
Adoption Coalition for Education and Support (ACES) is the comprehensive adoptive family resource in SC. We strive to build strong adoptive families by collaborating with public, domestic and international adoption-related organizations to promote community awareness and provide families with training and support.
Our Vision
SC will have stronger, more stable adoptive families that have an education and support network.
Board Members
Cindy Abrams-President
Lindsey Vaughn-Secretary
Denise Hoppenhauer-Treasurer
Suzanne Phillips-At-large Member
Sherry Marlar-At-large Member
Co-Founders
Anna Filippetti
Denise Hoppenhauer
J. Lynne Wilson Jenkins - Past President
Brenda Parks
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Our Core Values
•Integrity & Excellence – we will conduct all business in an ethical, professional manner
•Collaboration is key – we work with all reputable organizations
•Awareness – Every child needs a loving family. The public should understand the great need for adoptive families
•Strong adoptive families – Families can be successful if they are prepared for the joys & challenges of adoptive parenting.
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