1995 – A humanitarian mission that became a soul commitment

Children in orphanages and hospitals were overlooked by Romanian society, which is why a group of French and Romanian volunteers, led by Elizabeth De La Palme, decided to take action. They provided material and medical aid, as well as pedagogical and psychological support to vulnerable children in Romania.

Through the “green shirts” initiative, the volunteers began dedicating time and affection to the children, bringing hope where it seemed lost. At the same time, the group collaborated with the wives of expatriates in Romania, creating a wave of solidarity that had a significant impact.

1999 – The birth of the Valentina France Organization

To provide long-term support, "Valentina France" was founded, affiliated with the Saint Vincent de Paul Society. It became a pillar of support for the emerging organization, giving it visibility and financial aid.

1996 - 2002 – Concrete actions for children

Valentina expanded its activities in Romania, carrying out medical and social aid programs. Among the initiatives was the sending of trainee nurses to orphanages and hospitals, particularly to the Marie Curie Hospital in Bucharest. These actions were carried out in collaboration with other organizations with similar missions, reinforcing the on-the-ground impact.

2002 – The birth of Valentina Romania and a new direction

In this year, "Valentina Romania" was established as the local branch of the organization. It gained autonomy and developed a solid local structure. As conditions in orphanages improved, Valentina focused its efforts on preventing school and family abandonment, supporting children in Sector 5, the Ferentari neighborhood of Bucharest.

2006 – Casa Valentina, a day center for children’s future

Casa Valentina, a day center, was inaugurated, where children benefit from:

• Educational guidance

• Multidisciplinary support

• Daily hot meals

• Personal development activities

The center, located outside the Ferentari neighborhood, provides ongoing support for over 40 children aged 7 to 15.

2009 – A step toward independence: The MIA Workshop

Valentina Romania opened its own sewing workshop, “MIA,” providing mothers in the community with the opportunity to acquire professional skills and the chance for a more stable future.

2016 – Support for adolescents and a painful loss

To support young people in their transition to adulthood, Valentina expanded its support programs for teenagers. In the same year, Elizabeth De La Palme, the founder of Valentina, passed away, leaving behind a legacy of solidarity and compassion.

2017 – Casa Valentina becomes an accredited social service provider

The "Casa Valentina" day center received official accreditation as a social service provider, further solidifying the association’s position in supporting vulnerable families.

Today – A united community

Currently, Valentina Romania supports over 100 children annually, carefully selected by the team of professionals based on a detailed assessment of their families’ needs. Through education, psychosocial support, and community involvement, we continue to build a better future for these children.