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One mom who’s waiting to adopt a daughter from Guatemala has come up with an intriguing way to spark lively discussions about adoption and about family. She’s developed an organization called Adopt Proud, which she launched May 5.
Carla Birnberg, from Austin, Texas, launched a Web site and product line of colorful, t-shirts, hooded sweatshirts, fitted baseball caps, coffee mugs and messenger bags, all bearing one word: Adopt.
Birnberg says she’s currently donating all proceeds from sale of the merchandise to two adoption-related charities: Casa Guatemala or Love Without Boundaries.
“We believe that there is, indeed, a way to be both charitable and hip. We think that being socially aware and generous does not necessarily exclude one from wanting to look good,” says Birnberg.
She adds, “With national adoption trends reaching historic highs, we thought it was time to support the cause both visually and financially. Introducing the adoption concept changes lives….everyone’s.”
