'For I know the plans I have for you,' says the Lord.

Shelter of Care is a Christian foundation, established in 2001 by a young Romanian couple, Sorin and Genuta Erhan, together with Elaine Matthes from the United States. Shelter of Care provides support to young people who have spent their childhoods in orphanages or foster homes.

Please use the links on the right to find out more about our organization and the young people we work with, including articles from Romanian and international newspapers, major reports and the latest statistics on child protection in Romania.

Mission Statement

To provide shelter and practical support for youth transitioning from orphanages or foster care to life on their own.

To provide spiritual care and nurture for these young people.

To offer counseling and legal aid through a dedicated counseling center

Videos

Our promotional videos are designed for you to play at your churches and fundraisers to give people an introduction to our work.

English language version (British English)

Romanian language version