FAMILIES
THAT
THRIVE

The Family Centre was founded in 2001 to prevent babies and children from being placed into state orphanages.
More about TFC
In 1999, Margie Vincent embarked on her first trip to Romania with the purpose of facilitating training in foster care and social work. During her initial visit, she also dedicated her time as a volunteer in an orphanage located in Craiova. The following year, Margie decided to relocate to Ramnicu Valcea, where she resided for an additional six years. It was in 2001 when she posed a heartfelt prayer, seeking guidance on how to prevent the abandonment of babies to orphanages. As a result of her prayer, The Family Centre was established.
The Family Centre is an organization focused on Christian values, aiming to foster thriving families. Through various free services such as social work, day care, support groups for mothers, parenting courses, cooking classes, and assistance with food, our dedicated team works collaboratively. We are driven by a shared commitment to embodying God’s love and ensuring that families not only survive but also flourish. Together, we go the extra mile to create a nurturing environment where love, support, and growth take center stage. Our mission is to empower families, helping them overcome challenges, celebrate achievements, and lay a solid foundation for a brighter future.

Our Team
Ramona is the Team Leader of the Day Care Team; she joined TFC in 2005. Also in the Day Care Team is Amelia, who worked with us for 7 years and then rejoined the team again in 2022.
Mirella, the Nurse and Administration assistant, joined the team in 2023.
Doina, the Social Worker, joined the team in 2016

Camelia: Manager

Ramona: Team Leader of the Day Care Team

Amelia: Day Care Team

Mirella: Nurse and Administrative Assistant

Doina: Social Worker
Board Members
Margie Vincent – President
Margie first travelled to Romania in 1999 to facilitate training in foster care and social work. During her initial stay she also worked as a volunteer in an orphanage in Craiova. Margie relocated to Ramnicu Valcea the following year where she lived for another 6 years. In 2001 she responded to a prayer asking, “what can I do God?” to prevent the abandonment of babies to orphanages – her prayer resulted in the establishing of The Family Centre.
Petre Negru – Vice President
Petre is a retired engineer who is actively involved in his local church. Petre joined in the founding of TFC and has continued to be an active Member bringing his wisdom and stability to the Board. We rejoice often about the journey of TFC and the wonder of us been here for over 22 years now.
Rafaela Radulescu – Board Member
Rafaela was the first person employed by TFC. Her role was in the Day Care however she was often a translator for Margie in the early years until 2005. Several years later Rafaela brought her hands on experience as a Board Member.
In 2020 Florin became a Board Member. He brings a background in business and mentoring and some much needed IT skills.
Cristi & Irina Ciuculescu – Board Members
Cristi and Irina pastor The Good Shepherd Church in Ramnicu Valcea. They bring their many years of experience in church and community work to the Board and a wonderful vibrancy for the Christian life.
Mihaela Hoidrag – Board Member
Mihaela is from the teaching profession who has a sincere sense of Gods call to be involved in her community. One of the newer Board Members, joining in 2022, already Mihaela is connecting us with others in praying for TFC.

Margie Vincent

Petre Negru

Rafaela Radulescu

Florin Pasat

Cristi Ciuculescu

Irina Ciuculescu
Mihaela Hoidrag


Our areas of work
We value and appreciate everyone, just like how God values each of us. Our community is all about love and support, making sure families can grow and be healthy. We’re here to create a safe and welcoming space where everyone feels included and can find joy and fulfillment.
Our free services include:
Social Work
Day Care
Mums Support Group
Parenting Courses
Cooking Classes
Assistance with Food
Get involved with TFC
Your financial support enables TFC to do what they do best, supporting families to thrive.
01. Donation Via Internet Banking:
For a one-time donation or for setting up an AP:
02. To Give Online:
To give online by credit card and financially support Margie or TFC, please click below:
03. To Receive Our News Snap-Shots:
Donation Via Internet:
01 — Give to TFC in Romania:
To give directly to the work of TFC use these details
GC AID
Account Details: 06 0729 0522196 00
Reference: TFC 923
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02 — Give to the Supported Living Program:
To give to launch the Supported Living Program in 2025 use these details
GC AID
Account Details: 06 0729 0522196 00
Reference: TFC 943
(Note: Tax Receipts are issued annually from GCAid for all donations to TFC)
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03 — Give to Margie Vincent in NZ:
To give to financially support Margie Vincent in NZ to continue to develop the work of TFC use these details (Note: Donations to support Margie are not eligible for a tax receipt)
GCIM
Account Details: 06 0729 0336879 00
Reference: Margie 922
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Please, fill in the following fields to ensure a Tax Receipt is issued:
How to Give online:
01 — Select: “GC3 GIVE ONLINE” below.
02 — Scroll down to “Search for a Person or Project to donate to”.
03 — Enter code below for your donation to be designated.
- 923 (To give directly to The Family Centre)
- 943 (To give to launch the Supported Living Program )
- 922 (To give to support Margie to develop the work of TFC)
04 — Complete form by selecting
- your donation amount
- completing your details
- completing your card details
- finalise by pressing “Make donation”
(Note: Tax Receipts are issued annually from GCAid for all donations to TFC. Donations to support Margie is not eligible for a tax receipt)