Project Inspiration

The traveling nature of our ministry brings us to various locations in rural Moldova. We conduct our camps in the areas where unending economic crisis struck many families with poverty of shocking proportions. Upon entering villages, signs of economic hardship are immediately evident through destroyed roads, abandoned homes with tumbling fences, neglected water wells, no street lighting, dysfunctional farming, etc. Most of the labor ready population deserted their homes in search of better paying jobs, mainly favoring illegal employment outside of Moldova in countries such as Italy, Spain, or Russia. While themselves in search of employment elsewhere, in an unsurprising move parents entrust their children to the care and responsibility of their aging and fragile grandparents. These children and teenagers, both local and visiting from other towns and villages make up the body of our camps. They are most vulnerable to the effects of economic hardships, frequently lacking healthy nutrition, basic medical care, clothing, and opportunities for education, not to mention spiritual instruction.

Project objective

Through meeting needs of the poverty stricken families we seek to bring Christ’s compassionate touch to the heart of families in rural areas of Moldova. Providing them with food supplies, basic medical care, and other items of daily use we hope to demonstrate that Jesus cares about all aspects of their lives.

Project specifics

As we carry out our daily program activities in each camp, our counselors, nurses, and other camp staff watch for the signs and clues to cases of extreme poverty, as well as neglect and abuse. Spending so much time in close proximity with kids and teens yields plenty occasions for learning about their family life, economic condition, urgent needs and troubles. By the end of each camp session, our staff is well informed about children from extremely impoverished families. Without making any announcements, we target these families for assistance. Our assistance is strictly need-based, but usually consists of extended food supply; medical care necessities, clothing, items of personal care, etc. On occasion, after careful consideration, a monetary gift maybe appropriate such as paying outstanding electricity or gas bill to avoid shutoff, purchasing a desperately needed household item, or investing into a farm animal, etc. Although such families are very open to these acts of charity and welcome any assistance, we ensure that we do not diminish their dignity by just showing up at the door with gifts. We take genuine concern in the wellbeing of each family, pray for them, and attempt to establish relationship with the parents prior to delivering our aid. These acts of compassion leave them very grateful to God and testify to His providential care for the poor.

We Need Your Participation

We believe that we don’t bring anything in this world and don’t take anything out. God gave us everything that we have in one way or another. The question is whether we are willing to share what was given to us with those who lack even basic necessities.

Through this project we ask the body of Christ to consider material needs of those less fortunate than us.

Please join us in our effort to make a difference in the lives of many poor families in rural Moldova by donating to this specific ministry.

Tax-deductible receipts may be provided upon request. Please see our “Donate” section for more information on how to make contributions.

May God bless you!