AAU is Celebrating 20 Years!
In April 2026 AAU Adoptions proudly celebrates 20 years of bringing loving families and children together to create forever homes. For two decades, we’ve guided countless families through the adoption journey with compassion, expertise, and unwavering support.
As we reflect on the past 20 years, we honor the children, families, and dedicated team members who have made our mission possible. Join us in celebrating this milestone and explore how AAU continues to bring hope, joy, and forever families to communities everywhere.
Brief story of AAU’s journey since 2006
All About U Adoptions is a licensed, multi-state, 501(c)(3) non-profit child-placing agency serving South Dakota, North Dakota, and Nebraska. Founded in 2006 by Coleen, who personally experienced the joys and challenges of adoption, the agency was created to provide compassionate support, education, and resources for both birth families. adoptive families, and the children they love.
Starting from grassroots efforts, Coleen built the agency with a focus on empowering families and guiding children into loving, permanent homes. Today, All About U Adoptions has placed over 330 children and averages 20-25 adoptions annually, prioritizing personal care, lifelong support, and the well-being of every child and family we serve.
T-Shirt Design Contest
We need YOUR creativity to help us celebrate!
We’re inviting supporters of all ages to design the official 20-Year Celebration T-Shirt for All About U Adoptions. The winning design will be featured on shirts available for preorder and at our big event on March 28, 2026.
Contest Rules:
Design must include:
The name All About U Adoptions
OR the AAU logo (can be incorporated creatively or placed alongside the design)
A reference to 20 years (2006–2026, “20 years,” etc.)
Artwork can be in any format — hand-drawn, painted, digital, or mixed media. (Just make sure it can be photographed or scanned clearly for submission.)
Submissions open November 1, 2025 and closes November 20, 2025.
Submit designs by email to [email protected] and [email protected] OR contact us to drop them off in-person.
Winner will be announced on December 1, 2025.
The winner will receive:
A free t-shirt with their design
Recognition on our website and social media
Bragging rights for creating a piece of AAU history!
Let your creativity shine and help us celebrate 20 years of forever families!
Design Examples:
Monthly Trivia
On August 20th, we kicked off our “Countdown to 20 Years” celebration on Facebook & Instagram. Each month, on the 20th, we’ll post a fun trivia question about All About U Adoptions’ history, people, and impact. Supporters can comment their answers for a chance to win AAU swag. Winners will be drawn a few days after each post.
This monthly series will build excitement leading up to our 20th Anniversary Celebration on March 28, 2026, while also educating our community about AAU’s story and honoring the many families, birthparents, and supporters who have been part of the journey since 2006.
Save the Date: March 28, 2026 | 6 p.m. | Time Prairie View Event Hall in Tea, SD
Social Hour – Interactive fundraising games, raffles, and networking
Silent & Live Auctions – Bid on exclusive items & experiences
Dinner Program – Videos, live speakers, meet the staff, and stories of impact
Inspiration – Celebrate 20 years of making a difference & fund the future together.
Kids are welcome to attend, though this is not a children’s event.
Individual tickets & table sponsorships available now!
