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Steven Curtis Chapman's Show Hope reaches 10,000 children milestone
Christian singer Steven Curtis Chapman's adoption charity Show Hope has helped over 10,000 children across 65 countries in 23 years.
In brief
Christian singer Steven Curtis Chapman's adoption charity Show Hope has helped over 10,000 children across 65 countries in 23 years. Steven Curtis Chapman's non-profit Show Hope has aided more than 10,000 children in 65 countries through adoption grants since 2003. Originally reported by Indiatimes.
Show Hope's milestone
Christian music star Steven Curtis Chapman and his wife started Show Hope in 2003 hoping to help 100 children find families.
23 years later
23 years later, their adoption grants have helped more than 10,000 children across 65 countries.
New song release
The milestone comes alongside a new song release from Chapman titled '10,000 Reasons/Greater Things' scheduled for release on Friday, 7 November 2026.
Opry benefit concert
The Grand Ole Opry in Nashville is hosting a special benefit concert featuring Chapman, Carrie Underwood, Bill Anderson, and Louis York.
Ticket donation
Five dollars from every ticket sold for the Opry performances will go directly to Show Hope.
Chapman's background
Chapman grew up listening to the Grand Ole Opry on WSM radio long before becoming an official member.
Chapman's statement
Chapman said the Grand Ole Opry has been a very special part of his story since he was a boy listening to WSM radio.
Adoption aid program
Show Hope founded in 2003 after going through adoption themselves provides direct financial support for adoption agency fees and legal expenses.
Medical care grants
The organisation now offers Medical Care grants to help families with children who have complex medical needs.
Chapman's thanks
Chapman thanked donors for helping make the milestone possible over two decades.
National adoption month
The benefit concert marks National Adoption Month and aims to raise awareness about child welfare.
Opry partnership
The partnership highlights Show Hope's national awareness efforts for child welfare and adoption.
Current applications
Show Hope continues to accept and review grant applications from families in the United States and other countries.
Adoption aid fund
Money raised through the event will go directly to Show Hope's Adoption Aid fund.
Chapman's quote
Only God could have written a story like this, Chapman said in a statement published by JubileeCast.
Milestone significance
The milestone represents Show Hope's commitment to removing financial barriers for children to find permanent families.
The key point
Steven Curtis Chapman's non-profit Show Hope has aided more than 10,000 children in 65 countries through adoption grants since 2003.
