The annual reports from our overseas partners are in, giving us an opportunity to reflect on the past year and the encouraging impact that has been achieved together.
While the stats help tell the story of our work, they are “not just numbers”. Behind every statistic is a child, a family, a face and a story.
Alongside some of this year's key achievements, we want to give you a glimpse behind the numbers – because our true impact is measured not only by what was achieved, but by lives that have been changed.
“You reminded me we are not forgotten.”
Above: One mother's tearful response when our Bulgarian partners provided clothing, food, and basic hygiene items. For these families, who often feel unseen by society, this act of compassion meant the world.
Key highlights
A major highlight was the adoption of five children into permanent families through Casa Kiwi in Romania.
In Uganda, 115 families caring for 389 children received support to build the skills, stability, and resilience needed to provide safe and nurturing homes, while 220 children in the north of India received schooling and many more were fed.
Donor funding enabled the lease of a shipping container in Bulgaria, significantly increasing food storage capacity and helping provide more than 64,463 meals to people displaced by conflict.
Emergency relief efforts also provided shelter, food, medical supplies, educational support to children and families affected by the 2025 Myanmar earthquake, and replaced prosthetics for children affected by the 2023 Turkey earthquake.
“I've had to learn we can't help everyone and we can't change the world overnight but… we can bring change, reduce suffering and help children by placing them in families and helping strengthen families. Yes, we can change our world – one child and community at a time.”
– Sue van Schreven
Orphans Aid International
1,400+
children provided with warm clothing, worldwide.
“You came faster than anyone else. Thank you for caring,” an elderly man whispered to us, as we supported families left homeless after an unexpected neighbourhood demolition. Our team stayed on-site for several days. The shock slowly turned to relief as they saw we were not leaving them in their darkest hour. We witnessed children hugging shoes as if they were treasure.
– Bulgarian partner
35
children are part of the Casa Kiwi programme in Romania.
“This includes a day programme and family strengthening plus foster care. Many of the children in foster care will be adopted. These young children rely on us all for their future. It’s a privilege to hold them in our arms, even for such a short time.”
– Sue van Schreven
80+
Ukrainian children travelled to attend summer camp in neighbouring Romania.
“The children we are welcoming have been deeply affected by the war, some were pulled from the rubble of bombed homes, others lost parents in the fighting, or were returned to orphanages after foster families fled the country. These kids carry layers of trauma. Many spend nights in bunkers as missile attacks persist.”
– Ukrainian partner
55
displaced Ukrainian children living in Romania were provided with year-round schooling and support.
“Although the road is difficult, we remain determined to sustain and develop this initiative for as long as it is needed. Our children's future, dignity, and well-being continue to inspire us to persevere despite all obstacles.”
– Ukrainian partner
1,225
social work and business mentoring visits were carried out in Uganda, supporting families directly in their homes.
“It is virtually impossible for a family to come on to the programme and remain unchanged. The work we put into the mothers and the families really yields tangible and long-lasting results.”
– Uganda partner
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children affected by the 2023 earthquake in Turkey receive prosthetics and mobility devices.
“We received a request from the uncle of a 3-year-old girl living in a tent. She regularly needs a new device for one of her legs. As in this girl's case, she's in a fast growth phase – sometimes even every 4-5 months at this age.”
– Turkish partner
5
children found forever families through adoption within Romania this past year.
64,000
meals were served to children and families in need last year by our Bulgarian partners.
300+
mums in Uganda have graduated from the Imuka Family Strengthening course so far.
“Upon finishing training, Hasifa, who cares for 5 grandchildren, hired land and started farming. She planted tomatoes on a large scale which she harvested, and using the proceeds, started a video library. Life changed so much for this grandmother that she is now able to pay school fees and afford basic needs for her family. She has invested in goats and has continued farming on a large scale. She is very grateful for Imuka's impact.”
– Agnes, Imuka Programme Social Worker, Uganda