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Ways to Give: Support Adoption & Unplanned Pregnancy Options

Explore the many ways to support The Cradle’s mission below! No matter how you choose to give, your generosity will go straight to work building brighter futures for children and families

At The Cradle, we are committed to financial responsibility and maximizing the impact of every dollar you give. You can feel confident knowing your support is making a difference in a meaningful way. Learn more in our most recent Annual Report.

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Check or Wire Transfer

We accept donations made by check, money order and electronic transfer.

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Monthly Giving

Become a monthly donor to help support children and families year-round.

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Commemorative Giving

Honor a loved one or special occasion with a commemorative gift.

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Donor-Advised Funds

Giving through a donor-advised fund (DAF) is easy, flexible and tax-wise.

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Stock or Property

Donate securities or real estate directly to The Cradle to maximize their impact.

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Employer Matching

Multiply your impact with a matching gift at no extra cost to you.

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Planned Giving

Make Cradle children and families a part of your lasting legacy with a planned gift.

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IRA Distribution

Give through your IRA and change lives while satisfying your required distribution.

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Fundraise for Families

Host your own fundraiser and use our toolkit for creative tips and campaign suggestions.

Get answers to some Frequently Donor Asked Questions.

Donor FAQs

Interested in supporting The Cradle? We’ve provided answers to a few key questions about how to give, tax benefits and meaningful ways to contribute. Learn more about donation options, recurring gifts and ways to commemorate a loved one. For further details, visit our full FAQs to see how your generosity can make a lasting impact on children and families.

Yes. Recurring donations provide reliable, year-round support for families and allow us to plan more thoughtfully for the future. To make a recurring donation, simply select the “Recurring Donation” button on our donation form when giving online.

However, we completely understand that circumstances change. You can adjust or cancel your recurring donation at any time by contacting us via email at cradlefoundation@cradle.org or by phone at 847-733-3227.

Yes! To help keep the Cradle Nursery fully stocked, you can order much-needed supplies like diapers, rash cream, thermometers and more through our Amazon registry and have them sent directly to The Cradle (ATTN: Nursery, 2049 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201).

Please note: We do NOT accept donations of used items such as car seats, baby and children’s clothes, adult clothing, blankets and accessories, and open packages of diapers.

Yes. You can make your gift in commemoration of a friend or loved one under the “Gift Information” section of our online donation form. If you are donating by check, include “in memory/honor of [name]” in the memo line.

You can also purchase a commemorative brick, which is custom engraved with a name, anniversary or message and permanently displayed in the brick walkway outside our building.

Yes! The Cradle is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that monetary donations are 100% tax-deductible. The Cradle’s Tax ID Number (EIN) is 45-0506764. 

However, certain donations in which the donor receives a good or service (e.g., event tickets or merchandise) are not tax deductible or may only be partially deductible. We recommend consulting with a tax professional for specific advice regarding your individual tax situation.

Transform Lives by Donating to The Cradle

Thank you for your generosity. Your decision to donate to a child welfare agency like The Cradle helps us provide compassionate adoption services and resources for adopted people, birth parents and adoptive families. Additionally, your support ensures people facing unplanned pregnancies can access critical resources and explore their options. Every gift makes a difference. Together, we are creating brighter futures. Join us in making an impact today.