Milstones

Remembering those who, during their lifetimes, had major impact on adoption in the U.S. and around the world.

Bill Pierce: 1936-2004
Founding president and CEO of the National Council for Adoption. Following his retirement, he remained active as a vocal adoption advocate and commentator on adoption and child welfare policy issues.

Ruby Lee Piester: 1915-2003
Former Executive Director of The Gladney Center and a founder of the National Council for Adoption, Mrs. Piester was a major influence in adoption in America.

Dave Thomas, 1932-2002

The founder of Wendy's restaurants was well-known in the government, business, and entertainment arenas as a vocal and active adoption advocate.... [more]

Bertha Holt: 1904-2000

A pioneer in the field of international adoption, Bertha Holt and her husband Harry were institutional in establishing child adoption and charitable programs not only in Korea, but around the world.... [more]

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