THE BOOT GIVING POVERTY
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INTRODUCTION
ROMA FOUNDATION is a 501 (C)(3) non-profit organization headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
Our goal is to "Give Poverty The Boot" by providing aid, education, and employment to children and women in need. We aim to bring hope, love, and lasting change to those we serve.
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HISTORY
Samuel Bistrian spent his formative years in the isolated village of Benesti, Romania, where he faced the challenges of living under communist rule. Growing up, he had limited access to resources and was only able to acquire his first pair of rain boots, handed down from his older siblings, when he was six years old. When the communist regime collapsed, Bistrian's family recognized the opportunity to seek a better life in the United States, and they migrated when he was eight years old.
In 2001, Bistrian returned to Romania for the first time since moving to America. As he witnessed impoverished children trudging through the rain and snow with inadequate shoes, Bistrian knew he had to help.
After completing his college education, Bistrian launched a career in the fashion industry at Neiman Marcus. While employed at Neiman Marcus in 2009, he crossed paths with TOMS founder, Blake Mycoskie, whose dedication to philanthropy served as a source of inspiration for Bistrian. Recognizing the potential to unite his passion for fashion with his commitment to making a positive social impact, Bistrian resolved to establish his own philanthropic enterprise after being inspired by TOMS founder, Blake Mycoskie, while working at Neiman Marcus in 2009.
In 2010, ROMA BOOTS was established with the support of Bistrian's friends and family. As Bistrian's philanthropic fervor intensified over the years, he decided to create two separate entities to pursue his passion for serving others. The first, ROMA BOOTS, operates as a for-profit enterprise, while the second serves as a conduit to carry out the mission of "Giving Poverty The Boot". Originally known as Roma For All, this organization was renamed ROMA FOUNDATION in June 2016 after obtaining its 501 (C)(3) status.
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WHO WE ARE
We are a team of dedicated philanthropists driven by compassion and a desire to give. With a strong commitment to education and appreciation for the arts, we strive to make a positive impact in the lives of children worldwide.
WHAT WE DO
ROMA FOUNDATION is dedicated to investing in the lives of children and families, striving to overcome poverty. Through close collaboration with our partners, we have distributed boots to 32 countries spanning 6 continents. Our ultimate aim is to empower individuals living in poverty by equipping them with the necessary skills to overcome the hurdles they face and to foster a culture of empowerment.
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Donated 1,000 boots
Roma's 1st boot drop to Romania.
TIMELINE
Donated 1,625 boots in 4 countries
Donated 2,250 boots in 8 countries.
Donated 1,260 boots in 3 countries
Donated 1,845 boots in 9 countries.
2011 2010 2013 2012 2014 R O M A B O O T S P O V E R T Y . O R G 2023
Donated 26,023 boots in 10 countries. First boot drops with Sadie Robertson in Guatemala
TIMELINE
Donated 25,812 pairs of rainboots in 8 countries. Launched nonprofit website. Launched 1st campaign to help those affected by the hurricanes in the US.
Donated 30,160 boots to 5 countries.
Donated boots to Iraq, Iran, and Afghanistan refugees
Donated 6,409 boots in 5 countries.
ROMA started to build its1st learning center.
Donated 5,610 boots in 4 countries. Partnered with Geelong Mums Australia to donate boots to individuals including Aboriginal People. Started shooting ROMA documentary in Romania.
2016 2015 2018 2017 2019 R O M A B O O T S P O V E R T Y . O R G 2023
Donated 30,300 boots in 7 countries including 10,000 boots in the US
Partnered with Convoy of Hope
TIMELINE
Donated 100,700 boots in Eastern Europe
Partnered with Miss Universe Demi Tebow
Donated 40,100 boots in 7 countries.
Projected to donate 200,000 boots.
Launch of Give Poverty The Boot book
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INITIATIVES
A brand new pair of rain boots
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GIVE EDUCATE EMPOWER
EDUCATE Investing in a
EMPOWER Creating jobs in the communities we serve
2 GIVE
child's education 3
GIVE: BOOTS ON THE GROUND
Key Concepts
Product Durability
Foot Protection
Humanitarian Aid
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EDUCATE: LEARNING CENTERS, BOOKS & SUPPLIES
Key Concepts
Educational Resources
Accessibility
Creativity
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EMPOWER: JOB CREATION & AGRICULTURE
Key Concepts
Economic Gro
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Self-Sustainab Community D
OUR PARTNERS
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R O M A B O O T S P O V E R T Y . O R G 2023 CONTACT US ROMA FOUNDATION info@romafoundation.com www.romabootspoverty.org P.O Box 1368 Leonard, TX 75452
P.O BOX 1368 LEONARD, TX 75452 WWW.ROMABOOTSPOVERTY.ORG
