The Orphanage Apr 2026

: Support local systems that move children out of institutions and into loving foster families.

: High-traffic volunteering can sometimes be exploitative. Organizations like Hope and Homes for Children advocate for ending institutional care in favor of family-led solutions. The Orphanage

Today, the landscape of alternative care is shifting. While some institutions still operate as traditional orphanages, many countries are moving toward (like foster care or kinship care) because research shows children thrive best in family environments. : Support local systems that move children out