Adoption Assistance

Adopting a child is an exciting time for you and your family! To support you, UNFI provides reimbursement of eligible adoption-related expenses.

Eligibility

In general, you are eligible for this benefit if:

• You’re a full-time, non-union associate
• You’ve completed 12 months of consecutive service at a participating location
• You’re adopting a child under 18 years old
• The adoption has been finalized
• Neither you nor your spouse is biologically related to the adopted child

Overview

The maximum benefit is $5,000 for a single adoption and $10,000 for a sibling group adoption. There is a lifetime benefit maximum of $15,000.

Covered Expenses

The Adoption Assistance Program will reimburse 100% of incurred eligible expenses, including:

• Adoption agency fees
• Child’s required medical examination costs
• Court fees and legal costs such as attorney fees and placement fees
• Travel and lodging expenses to pick up your adopted child

Get Started

For more information, call the UNFI Benefits Service Center at 1-866-900-UNFI (8634).