In Hollywood, California, an organization called AdoptTogether has declared today, Nov. 9, World Adoption Day.
In 2012, MOSAIC pastor Hank Fortener started a non-profit crowdfunding site to assist families adopting children from both the U.S. and abroad.
Hank's site, AdoptTogether.org allows families to crowdfund their adoptions using their existing social networks.
Over $4 million has already been raised. Now Hank and AdoptTogether's hope is to keep the momentum going with a day to celebrate adoption all over the world.
To mark the day, Hank has requested that everyone post a symbolic photo to social media: a smiley face drawn on the palm of one hand.
Former NBA player Jason Collins and countless others have pledged their support for the effort.
I'm in for #WorldAdoptionDay! Tomorrow, join by posting a photo with the smiley-face-hand-selfie. Help @WorldAdoptDay
Also taking part are Charity Water founder Scott Harrison and Jessica Stam:
So proud to be a part of the first ever #WorldAdoptionDay this Sunday: http://t.co/Y2E5PPhHU2 @WorldAdoptDay
