Meet Alissa
Aged 12, Romania
Alissa is a happy, energetic and friendly girl. Her mother is staying home, taking care of the three children and the family household, as Alissa's father is a lorry driver and he is often away from home for many days.
Alissa makes friends easily and likes to spend time with others. Her family recently re-located to the village coming from a nearby town. They bought a small two-bedroom house with a garden and are trying to adjust to their new life. Alissa is very popular and she likes to be the centre of attention in her class. She has good grades and she is proud to be among the best in her class. She took drawing classes while she was living in town and it seems that she has a real talent. Her other hobbies are fashion and reading. She likes ice-cream and the colour fuchsia.
With sponsorship provision, Alissa can attend the Denisa Day Care Centre and receive nutritious meals and vital educational support.
Where Alissa lives
Even as a member of the European Union, Romania still suffers huge corruption and many families live in conditions that fall below the poverty line. A corrupt educational system has meant that a good education is unattainable for many children. Thousands of young adults are suffering the effects of growing up in desperately underfunded state orphanages, traumatised by the dirty conditions and undignified treatment.
Our Denisa Day Care Centre is providing free education, daily food and family support to children who are trapped in poverty and illiteracy. Our children's home provides a loving family to rescued girls who are growing into confident young women.
Why Stand by Me?
How your donation is used
92% of your donation will be used to directly provide the best care possible for Alissa. We’ll use the remaining 8% to support the work of Stand by Me and find a sponsor for the next child.
What you receive
When you sponsor Alissa you will receive a pack in the post with his story and photo. Every year you will receive an update about his/her progress, a new photo and at least one communication from him/her.
Real relationship
We know our kids love to receive your letters and write back so we encourage you to write as many letters as you like, along with photos and birthday gifts to develop a genuine relationship.
Not sure yet?
Ask us anything. We’ve helped sponsors change 1000s of kids’ lives, and we know it can be a big decision. We’re here to help you every step of the way.
