Meet Madalin

Aged 14, Romania

Madalin recently lost his father in a tragic accident. This affected him greatly. He does not know his mother and he is currently living with his grandmother who has some health issues. They have no running water and wash in plastic tubs with water warmed-up on a wood stove.

Understanding the difficulties, Madalin was accepted into the Stand by Me programme, where with sponsorship provision he has the opportunity of having loving support and care.

Madalin is a quiet, shy boy but very alert. He likes to draw and is passionate about robots. Lately he has developed an interest in reading as well.

Sponsor Madalin for $30 a month

Where Madalin 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.

How your donation is used

92% of your donation will be used to directly provide the best care possible for Madalin. 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 Madalin 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.