Who We Are
HFS strongly embraces the values of diversity & inclusion as we strive to provide caring, non-judgmental support for birth parents considering adoption, to unite children and infants in need of a home with hopeful adoptive parents, and to create strong, loving families of all shapes and sizes.
Welcome to HFS Adoption & Foster Care
Since 1949, HFS has been Southern California’s most experienced adoption resource, finalizing the most infant and child adoptions of any private adoption agency in California. State-licensed, nationally accredited, and recognized, HFS exclusively focuses on adoption and foster care services.
HFS delivers caring and personalized support for birth mothers considering the loving choice of adoption. We incorporate the values of diversity, inclusion, and equality into the couples and individuals we serve throughout the adoption process as they seek to build their forever family. We provide ongoing support services for our foster care resource families.
Thank you for considering HFS for your adoption or foster needs. Our agency will provide you with the support and guidance you deserve throughout your process. We are here for you.
Julie Brown, M.S.W.
Executive DirectorOur History
Founded in 1949, the agency has worked to fulfill the vision of founders Bob and Dolores Hope, who established Holy Family Services to help find permanent adoptive homes for orphaned and at risk youth, and for infant children whose mothers found themselves unable to care for them. In 2007, HFS became an institution of the Los Angeles Episcopal Diocese, under the leadership of the Right Reverend J. Jon Bruno.
Staff
Julie Brown, MSW
Executive DirectorBertha Rivera, LCSW
Program SupervisorLisa Espericueta, MSW
Social WorkerXenia Valle, MSW
Social WorkerShannon Matta, MPH
Outreach CoordinatorEjiro Ubiedi Morrow
Grant WriterJazmin Gutierrez
Administrative Assistant & Post-Adoption Contact WorkerBoard of Directors
Elaine Tumonis
Board President
Phil Bruno
Board Vice President
Ryan Harlow-Nakano
Board Treasurer
Mary Bruno
Board Member
Mary Hatton
Board Member
Kristen Johnson
Board Member
Kelly Kelleher
Board Member
Paula Kendrick
Board Member
Jeff Lawson
Board MemberIrene Sharpe
Board Member
John Thies
Board MemberCareers at HFS
Every family HFS creates begins with people who care. Our team includes social workers, counselors, and support staff. Together they walk alongside birth parents, children, and adoptive and foster families at some of the most important moments of their lives. If you want your work to change someone’s story for good, you’ll fit in here.
Who we’re looking for
Our team members come from many backgrounds, but they tend to share a few things:
- A real commitment to children, birth parents, and families
- Compassion without judgment, even in hard situations
- Respect for every culture, identity, and family structure
- Clear, caring communication. Bilingual English/Spanish speakers are especially encouraged to apply.
- A steady presence when families need it most
There are no openings at this time.