Meet Adelina
Aged 10, Romania
Adelina lives with her parents and her older sister. The family lives in a 3-bedroom house with running water but no indoor bathroom. Her father is working in construction in a nearby city and comes home on weekends. They keep chickens and a small vegetable garden, which provides them with some food.
At the request of her parents Adelina has joined the Stand by Me programme, where with sponsorship provision she has the opportunity of educational support to enable her to thrive in the future.
Adelina is good at mathematics. She is a friendly child and likes to ride her bike and play football. She also loves wrestling, especially with her dog.
Where Adelina 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 Adelina. 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 Adelina 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.
