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The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption released its seventh annual 100 Best Adoption-Friendly Workplaces list this week. The list celebrates companies and organizations nationwide for their adoption benefits and commitment to supporting adoptive families.
Topping the list again this year is the Wendy’s Company, which offers a combination of up to $25,300 in adoption assistance and up to six weeks of paid adoption leave.
Andrea Davis is the former editor-in-chief of Employee Benefit News, the leading publication for the employee benefits industry. An award-winning journalist and editor, Andrea has covered the … Read full bio
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Adoption benefits rose again in 2026, with average reimbursement topping $16,700 and paid leave increasing, according to a new Dave Thomas Foundation survey.
Benefits and policies that support mothers' health, financial security and ability to be present at home and at work mean the retention of essential talent.
The company's offerings cover a wide range of needs from fertility to eldercare, leading to recent recognition by Best Place for Working Parents.
Chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and autoimmune disorders affect more than 60% of Americans —
Chelsea Brignac shares her journey of adopting her three children and fostering over 50 more.
