Join us in Romania

Romania is filled with rolling hills, vivid countrysides, and lively streets reflecting the spirited culture of the people. Located in Central/Eastern Europe, Romania is rich with history. Although Romania has been thriving since the fall of communism of 1989, many people, primarily Roma and other social minorities, are still suffering today. Roma, often called Gypsies, are largely discriminated against within Romania and Europe and suffer from lack of resources and the cycle of poverty. Although the government technically provides for much of their education and healthcare, Roma children are expected to drop out of school early and face lives full of unskilled labor, early marriage and childbearing, and discrimination in society. Our Child Sponsorship program in Romania supports after school programs in three villages for Roma children so that they will receive encouragement, a good education, and resources for improving their lives.

PROJECT

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Our main outreach in Romania is to the Roma (Gypsy) children and families in three villages: Lazareni, Tarian, Cheresig. The kids in these villages deal with daily discrimination in public school. Although they are allowed to go to school, most teachers do not help the Roma children and instead pass them off to the next grade regardless of how much they have learned. In collaboration with Child Sponsorship, H4KI works alongside ministry partners to run after school programs that encourage educational growth. Team members have the opportunity to do various outreaches with the children as well as construction and community building.

Interested in learning more about why we work in Romania?

Check out these resources:

Brief History of the Roma People and What comes to mind when you hear the word “Gypsies”?

Additionally, we highly recommend this video series Helping Without Hurting for all of our mission trips. This series is based on the book, When Helping Hurts.

ADVENTURE

Budapest, Hungary is one of Europe’s most beautiful and historic cities. For this trip, it is easier to fly in and out of Budapest. For this reason, our excursion for this trip is an open day to explore this breathtaking city along the Danube River. Budapest boasts museums, coffee shops, walking tours, incredible architecture, and so much more.

Trip Travel Details

$250 Application Fee

Teams stay and dine in comfortable hotels during their travels.

Additional Trip Costs:
Excursion: $125
Airfare: $800-$2000
(depending on time of year, airline, departing airport, etc.)
Vaccinations: The cost of immunizations can vary greatly depending on each individual team member. Please consult with your doctor or contact us for more information.

$ 1895

Hotels
3 meals a day
Transportation within the country
Mission project costs

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$ 1995

Hotels
3 meals a day
Transportation within the country
Mission project costs

SPECIAL PROJECTS

We are often asked about “Special Projects” and “Urgent Needs” that lack funding. These projects are unique needs that make it possible to operate and to care for the children and families in Romania.