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We're here to help new families thrive together.

To the 5,000 children in Texas’ foster care system awaiting adoption—and the parents we hope to pair them with—Heart Galleries of Texas is your ally in adoption.

Heart Galleries of Texas advocates for children and youth in foster care in ways that honor their dignity, protect their privacy, and prioritize their well-being. We center consent, collaborate with caregivers and professionals, and apply ethical, trauma-informed practices to support safe, meaningful paths to permanency.

Who is Heart Galleries of Texas?

Heart Galleries of Texas helps turn your dreams of building a family into reality. We spotlight amazing children waiting to be adopted in our Heart Galleries around the state and connect adoptive families with services, support, and community. 

Learn More About HGTX

Looking to get more involved? Heart galleries of Texas consists of a network of a 11 heart galleries in every region of the state.

Find Your Local Heart Gallery

How can I access post-adoptive services?

We guide and connect parents with local post-adoptive services, including:
  • Basic & Emergency Assistance
  • Mental Health & Therapeutic Services
  • Respite
  • Family Bonding & Wellness Activities
  • Caregiver Support Groups & Skill Building
  • Training for Professionals
Find services Here

What We Do

With a decade-long demonstrated track record of success in Central Texas, the Texas Legislature has committed $24 million to statewide expansion of this model to help every waiting child in Texas find a caring family. Working out of the Moritz Center for Societal Impact at the University of Texas School of Social Work and in partnership with the Texas Center for Child and Family Studies, we’re rolling out an aligned, collaborative, community-based approach to establishing and supporting Heart Gallery programs statewide.

Local Support & Advocacy

We engage local stakeholders and child welfare leaders to support the local Heart Gallery in each community.

Heart Gallery Exhibits

We build community support and awareness through our Heart Gallery exhibits to connect future families and mobilize volunteers.

Post-adopt Support for Families

We work with partners and service providers to ensure families have the support and resources needed to reduce the number of children going back into foster care.

Find your local Heart Gallery

Please contact your local heart gallery for information about children waiting for adoption in your region. For more information about our statewide efforts, please get in touch with Cara Fox at cara.fox@austin.utexas.edu .

View the Texas Region and County Map here