Estes Turner, Advocate of the Year, 2024

Estes has been involved with Adoption Network Cleveland since the early 1990s. After attending and utilizing programs, Estes, a reunited adoptee, quickly got involved in leadership roles including committee and board service, and as a General Discussion Meeting facilitator. Estes has served as a General Discussion Meeting facilitator for over 25 years and is consistently seen as an exemplary role model to other facilitators. When Estes retired from his career as a general contractor he pursued certification as a life coach, a service he has offered in partnership with Adoption Network Cleveland since 2017. Estes has poured his heart and soul into Adoption Network Cleveland, and the adoption community, in countless ways over the last 30+ years.

Estes has been a constant source of support, serving as a volunteer, donor, participant, and mentor. His warm and comforting presence has been a guiding light to many, offering life coaching, sharing his expertise with other facilitators, and creating a space where everyone feels seen and understood. Estes's commitment to helping others has been a gift, and we are honored to have had him participate in and help shape our community for so many years. 

Thank you, Estes, and congratulations on this well-deserved award!