Ukraine and Moldova are the two poorest countries in Europe. Unemployment, despair, and hopelessness, coupled with extraordinary alcoholism rates, make for a toxic situation for the family unit. Families deserted by one or both parents is a common reality for so many kids. Unfortunately, as in all developing countries, single moms living in poverty, struggling to raise several children is the norm.
These circumstances are typical of the families that YOU and HART can help through our Child Sponsorship Project, which is administered through our network of local churches in both countries.
Sponsorship is a practical and powerful way to help a poor child and his/her family break the bonds of poverty and transform their lives.
Your sponsorship of $45 per month will provide:
Nutrition
Monthly food packages
are provided. Caregivers
are taught how to make
healthy nutrition choices
for the child.
Health
Basic funding for medical
support is provided to
children in the program
on an as-needed basis.
Faith
HART’s Child
Sponsorship Program
is operated in
partnership with
local churches.

Family Support
Family assistance
and emergency aid
are available on a
case-by-case basis.
Education
Sponsor children
receive school supplies
for grade school. Later,
they can apply to HART
for a technical college or
university scholarship.
Camps
Your sponsor child will
have the opportunity
to attend a summer
camp. These include day
camps or stationary
week-long camps.
Protection
Poor children are
an easy target for
exploitation. HART’s CSP
protects children and
helps prevent abuse.
Presents
A portion of your
sponsorship is set aside
to provide a Birthday and
a Christmas present
for your child.
UKRAINE:
Ukraine is the largest country within Europe and is home to 45 million people. Ukraine’s economy declined severely in the years following the dissolution of the Soviet Union. Day-to-day life for the average person living in Ukraine is a struggle. A significant number of citizens in rural Ukraine survive by growing their own food. Many in the cities often work more than one job. The average monthly salary is US $140. The current war in Eastern Ukraine has put an even bigger strain on an already poor economy. Corruption, unemployment, despair, and hopelessness are constant companions of Ukrainian people.
MOLDOVA:
Moldova remains one of the poorest countries in Europe. Economic reforms have been slow because of economic and political corruption. Moldova`s population is 3.6 million people. The average monthly salary is US $175
- A welcome package with pertinent information on your sponsored child and his/her family
- The opportunity to correspond with your child and send presents if you choose to
- An annual update on your child’s progress through school and life
Comments from current sponsors:
“From the moment we saw the picture of Uliana we instantly felt like we had a new member in our family. Tears of joy streamed down Val’s face and there was a definite lump in my throat! We are so looking forward to playing a role in her life and prayerfully that of her mom as well. Our heartfelt thanks to HART for bringing us into this relationship with Uliana.” – Glenn and Val A. sponsors since 2014
“I had the unique opportunity to meet [our sponsor child] in his home village while on a mission trip to Ukraine back in 2010. Getting a glimpse of what life was really like for [him] opened up my eyes to how much hope HART brings to children and families of Eastern Europe. With Christ at the center of HART’s programs, [we] have witnessed how HART is truly the hands and feet of God amongst a struggling nation. Sponsoring has taught me how to be more generous and really has helped me to see the joy in giving.” – Philip & Kim C. sponsors since 2010
Comments from caseworkers:
“CSP plays an important role for the family. The child is very glad when he receives letters and very beautiful gifts from his sponsor. The boy is very glad when he gets clothes. It’s difficult to imagine how they would live without CSP and the sponsor’s help.” – Caseworker of Petro
“The first time I entered one home with two little sisters who were to be involved in this project, I was stepping on cockroaches; the home was dilapidated and filthy; I was terrified of this place and the family. Now—everything is different and changed! The appearance of the house and the lives of those who live there. – Oksana
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