Meet Ramon

Aged 13, Romania

Ramon lives with his parents, brothers and a grandparent. The family have no running water at home. Two of his brothers are working and his youngest brother attends kindergarten. Ramon's father could not find work in Romania so he went to work abroad and the family who are left are still in need of extra support.

Ramon's mother asked for him to join the Stand by Me Care Centre, where along with sponsorship provision he will receive loving support and care and the opportunity to learn.

Ramon is a happy and friendly boy. He loves pigeons. His favourite colour is blue and his favourite food is fried potatoes.

Sponsor Ramon for $30 a month

Where Ramon 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 Ramon. 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 Ramon 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.