In the last generation, Russia has undergone significant social and economic change. During the post-Soviet era, the depreciation of Russian currency and unemployment led to alcoholism, prostitution, and other social conditions which resulted in many children being born to parents who could not provide proper care. This strain caused many families to send their children to state-run children’s homes, but because of a lack of funding, communities struggle to provide these services for its citizens. Read More
From 1993 to 2004, Eurasia Foundation invested $60 million in Russia through more than 3,000 grants. The New Eurasia Foundation (FNE) was established in 2004 by U.S.-based Eurasia Foundation, Brussels-based European Madariaga Foundation and Russia’s Dynasty Foundation. Through its 45 ongoing projects operating in 22 regions of the Russian Federation, FNE addresses the socio-economic needs of Russian society. Read More
In 2001, Kidsave launched its first in-country program in the Smolensk region of Russia, connecting Russian orphans with Russian families who hosted them during the summer, holidays and weekends. Today our programs are operating in Moscow, Smolensk, St. Petersburg, and on Sakhalin Island. To date, nearly 1500 children have participated in our three primary programs. Read More
There are presently over one million orphans in Russia living in state run institutions. The vast majority of them are not true orphans in the real sense of the word. They often have a living parent, but are forced into orphanages because their parents have been stripped of custody for a number of different reasons, most commonly, alcohol or drug abuse. These children are known as ‘social orphans’. The Federal childcare system provides orphans with housing and food. However, due to a chronic lack of funds, the living conditions in the majority of orphanages, especially those in rural provinces, are horrendous. In many cases, the children’s most basic needs for items such as warm clothing, sturdy shoes, simple hygiene products, medical supplies are simply not met. Read More
Ongoing changes in the Polish political and economic sectors have led to tremendous changes in its education and health care systems that will likely bring reforms in the care of orphaned children. After the Second World War, many children in Poland were orphaned and an institutional system for their care and education became entrenched. Many problems exist within this system. After providing a brief overview of the care provided to Polish orphans and the problems they face, this article describes an exemplary Children’s Home located in Lodz, Poland. This home for orphans has been successful in providing the children with opportunities to become productive adults. Read More
Word continues to spread in Russia of the story of American producer/composer Rick Silanskas and the incredible details of how he was led to find a specific orphaned child who would become his daughter. The amazing discovery of “Nadia” in a small Russian village has literally become a beacon of hope for every orphaned child throughout the entire Russian Federation. Read More
To ensure equal rights to all children, comprehensive development, and complete participation in society. Read More
Every year, 15-20 thousand children graduate from Russian internats and orphanages and begin independent life. What will their life be like? Difficult. Terrible. These young people do not have the skills needed for independent life. Beyond the gates of their institution they are helpless. Over half of former children in care become criminals, prostitutes, alcoholics or join the countless ranks of the homeless. Read More
The Tilsit Orphan Education Fund seeks to make a positive difference in the lives of orphan children by promoting, encouraging, and providing opportunities for their educational and physical well-being, and assisting them in achieving their highest potential. Read More
Our mission is to create a better world by inspiring the hero within. We believe that each individual born on Earth has the capacity to make a positive difference in the world around them. We will plan and carry out projects that improve educational, medical, and living conditions for little heroes around the world. While doing this we will teach those we serve how to serve others. Read More