named programs · 14 · from sources
what they call their work
Children’s Outreach
Conducts children's and youth programs in Gepiu, Rapa, and Tileagd.
Church Development and Pastoral Care
Supports the development of churches and provides pastoral care.
Community Outreach
Offers family support, assistance to the homeless, elderly lunches, and community aid.
Dezna Outreach
Organizes camps and events at the Dezna facility.
ECO Oradea (Elderly Care Oradea)
An elderly care facility located in Oradea.
Enterprise Glasshouse
A business initiative focused on operating a glasshouse to generate income for the foundation's self-sustainability efforts.
Evangelistic Outreach Events
Conducts evangelistic events at local, regional, or national levels.
JFL Salonta (Joint Facility of Love)
A residential facility providing care in Salonta.
Mission of sharing Joy at Christmas and other Seasonal programs
Organizes seasonal programs to share joy, particularly during Christmas.
Mission through Education and After-School
Provides nursery care and after-school support for children.
Mission through Emergency Housing for Families in need
Offers emergency housing solutions for families facing hardship.
Mission through Medical Assistance
Provides medical care and support to those in need.
Mission through Visitors – Mission Trips
Organizes mission trips for visitors to engage with the foundation's work in Romania.
TAL Tileagd (Tileagd Assisted Living)
An assisted living facility in Tileagd.
activities · 5 clusters
what they do
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Youth Agricultural Training and Food Security Programs 1 activity
- Community Development and OutreachEngages in community development by building and operating community centers, such as the one in Gepiu which offers education and life-skills training, and conducting outreach programs for children and communities using drama, puppets, and music.
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On-Site Preschool Operation 1 activity
- Operating Nurseries and SchoolsOperates a nursery in Tileagd and has established schools for children, including the first School for the Tileagd Gypsy Community and a new school for up to 250 children within a community complex in Tileagd.
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General Volunteer Support Services 1 activity
- Organizing Mission Trips and Volunteer ActivitiesOrganizes mission trips for volunteers to participate in activities such as building, painting, gardening, food preparation and distribution, and supporting elderly luncheons and day-out activities.
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Homeless Outreach and Engagement Services 1 activity
- Providing Emergency Housing and ResourcesProvides essential resources like food and shelter, and operates an Emergency Housing Unit in Mierlau for families in need and those experiencing domestic abuse.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Operating Residential Care FacilitiesOperates and manages multiple residential care facilities in Romania, including an Elderly Care Facility in Oradea, the Joint Facility of Love in Salonta, and an Adult Assisted Living facility in Tileagd, providing housing and care for the elderly and individuals in need.
- Providing Medical and Social CareDelivers medical care and social work services to residents in various facilities, including Sunset House in Cihei, Elderly Care Oradea, Tileagd Assisted Living, and the Joint Facility of Love in Salonta.
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financials · form 990 · fy2022
the money
revenue
Total revenue$260K
Contributions & grants$260K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$280%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$563K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$28K
Cash$28K
Investments$0
Liabilities$391K
Net assets$-363K
Liquid reserves0.6 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +78.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
who runs it
board members · 5
- DANTE RUTSTROM — Director
- JOHN SCHWAB — Director
- KEVIN D HOY — Director
- MARK E JONES — Treasurer
- SHERYL L JONES — Secretary
relationships · 7
who they work with
- Dante Rutstrom Partner — USA Trustee who joined the Board in June 2021 after retirement, contributing governance expertise from prior executive roles and mission trip experience
- Emanuel University Partner — Source of trained staff and shared values in social work and theology.
- John Schwab Partner — USA Trustee and former Senior Vice President who helped coordinate performances by Nia and the Gypsy Choir in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to raise awareness and funds
- Mark & Sheryl Jones Partner — USA Trustees based in Phoenix AZ supporting Smiles in development, finance, and administration
- Project Romania Partner — British Charity founded in 1990 by Dawn and Andy Fletcher.
- State Partner — Partnered with the State to open ECO (Elderly Care Oradea).
- The Smiles Foundation Partner — Collaborates on mission trips to Romania involving construction, outreach, and humanitarian services.