Join us for the Michigan Heart Gallery Film Premiere and photographic exhibit launch! 

Every September, MARE unveils the new Heart Gallery film and photographic display. We roll out the red carpet and invite the stars of the film, our waiting youth, to the premiere. The public is welcome, too, making this event a unique opportunity to meet these remarkable kids in person. Attendees view the display, watch the film together, and have lunch. Afterward, prospective adoptive parents can join an Adoption Navigator presentation to ask questions and learn more about adoption.

The Heart Gallery film brings the display's photographs to life. It features some of the inspiring young people from the photo exhibit who bravely share their voices and hopes to help all youth waiting for adoption. It celebrates the voices and hopes of youth in foster care, and it reminds us all of the power of connection and belonging. Through laughter, honesty, and heartfelt moments, the film allows you to truly see the kids: who they are, what they love, what they dream about, and how much belonging matters to them. We promise the experience will stay with you long after the credits roll.

Advance registration is preferred. Please arrive by 10:30 am for check-in.

Questions?

Contact Jessica Thompson at jessica_thompson@judsoncenter.org.