2023 Roma Foundation Deck

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GIVING POVERTY THE BOOT 2023

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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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TIMELINE 2010 Donated 1,000 boots Roma's 1st boot drop to Romania.

2012

2014

Donated 1,625 boots in 4 countries

Donated 2,250 boots in 8 countries.

2011

2013

Donated 1,260 boots in 3 countries

Donated 1,845 boots in 9 countries.

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TIMELINE 2015

2019

2017

Donated 26,023 boots in 10 countries.

First boot drops with Sadie Robertson in Guatemala

Donated 30,160 boots to 5 countries.

Donated boots to Iraq, Iran, and Afghanistan refugees

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.

2016 Donated 6,409 boots in 5 countries.

ROMA started to build its1st learning center.

2018 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.

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TIMELINE 2020

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Donated 30,300 boots in 7 countries including 10,000 boots in the US Partnered with Convoy of Hope

Donated 100,700 boots in Eastern Europe Partnered with Miss Universe Demi Tebow

2021 Donated 40,100 boots in 7 countries.

2023 Projected to donate 200,000 boots.

Launch of Give Poverty The Boot book

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INITIATIVES GIVE A brand new pair of rain boots

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EMPOWER Creating jobs in the communities we serve

GIVE

EDUCATE Investing in a child's education

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EDUCATE

EMPOWER

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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 Growth

Self-Sustainability

Community Development

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OUR PARTNERS

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CONTACT US

ROMA FOUNDATION P.O Box 1368 Leonard, TX 75452

info@romafoundation.com www.romabootspoverty.org

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P.O BOX 1368 LEONARD, TX 75452

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