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TOGETHER, we are changing the Animal World, one at a time and TOGETHER, we will make sure that we

GIVE HOPE to vulnerable animals.

GIVE HOPE to people who struggle to look after their pets.

GIVE HOPE to next generations, nurturing the compassion and special bond between animals and people.

Animal focused stories from places where ROLDA helps

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Help us build a safer future for animals, the way we all dream it should be.

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Be part of our journey to address animal welfare responsibly, delicately and in a way that respects all living creatures. From humanely reducing the stray overpopulation, to educating kids or helping poor communities to look after their furry friends, we use common sense to address a very emotional subject in a clever way. We are often considered crazy, bullied, and drained emotionally but our energy comes from them, every time we look into our furry friends eyes. We’ve fought tough battles against heartless people, against suffering, against injustice. We’ve faced cases that break hearts and situations that would make anyone give up. But we never give up.

For every animal saved from bombs, bullets, natural disasters, indifference, or cruelty, we fight with everything we have. And we will keep fighting, because every life saved is a victory. The fight for dignity and the right to life for animals will not be lost, not as long as we stand together. With every new person that joins our mission as a donor, volunteer or ambassador we will become stronger, bigger and reach more animals in need, faster. In a World in constant rush, the love and loyalty are for special people who choose to stand up. GiveHope to what you always cared for. GiveHope to those who have little to hope for. GiveHope when nobody else does. GiveHope to the voiceless. GiveHope to feel alive.

Help us continue to #GiveHope to homeless animals that have nobody else

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Milestones: 20 years of ROLDA, thanks to YOU

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Who is ROLDA?

We work 24/7 to rescue your new best friend. On the grounds of an old and deserted factory plot in Galati, Romania, a wounded stray dog struggled to survive. The dog could only watch and whimper as the larvae moved around inside his rotting wound. We rescued him and gave him his name, Rambo. We provided shelter, treated his wounds, and helped him trust people again. After some months, he was adopted in Sweden. Read Rambo’s story

What does ROLDA do for animals?

We save animals in need! ROLDA is an international animal welfare organization operating in Romania to primarily help the homeless dog and cat population, estimated to be millions. ROLDA has a strict no-kill policy. Our key focuses are rescue, rehabilitation, rehoming, spay/neuter, social programs, and education.

What does ROLDA do for the community and abandoned animals?

● We run 2 dog shelters and 1 cat shelter which comply with EU regulation
● We pay for spay/neuter campaigns for cats and dogs from poor communities
● We run social programs for poor pets
● We rehome dogs in Sweden, Switzerland and the UK, where ROLDA has branches
● We educate community members to be responsible pet owners
● We campaign against animal abuse

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Latest blog posts

Coins of kindness
November 19, 2025

Coins of kindness

Do you have any leftover currency from your holidays? We would love it if you donated it to ROLDA USA. We have partnered with Global Coin Solutions, who turn the currency you no longer need into $$$ to help us rescue and rehome dogs from Romania & war-torn Ukraine. Drawers or Jam jars filled with ... 20 years anniversary

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Maddy's Trip to ROLDA shelters
November 19, 2025

Maddy’s Trip to ROLDA shelters

Getting on a plane and driving across a country could feel like an arduous task at hand but given the bigger picture at play, I knew this was going to be a special one. Last week, I flew out to meet the dogs and cats at our shelter in Galati, Romania and was truly touched ... 20 years anniversary

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Dezzi and Delia: A Heartwarming Friendship
October 27, 2025

Dezzi and Delia: A Heartwarming Friendship

My name is Delia. I manage fundraising and awareness campaigns for ROLDA. Today, I want to take a moment to share the story of my sweet Dezzi… Dezzi (originally Daisy) is 8 years old. I adopted her in 2021 from a woman who was keeping 18 animals in a small apartment before leaving for Italy. When I first ... 20 years anniversary

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Learning from the Podcast: Dana Costin Asks the Questions
October 6, 2025

Learning from the Podcast: Dana Costin Asks the Questions

From discussing abandoned dog rescues to sharing lessons through football, Dana Costin guides the conversation with the podcast host, highlighting empathy, dedication, and the power of small actions to make a difference. 1. What is your first memory of an animal? My first memory is of a half-breed dog named Suru. He was a big ... 20 years anniversary

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Into the War Zone
July 1, 2025

Into the War Zone

A first-hand account by Dana Costin, Founder of ROLDA At ROLDA, we like to say that our volunteers are the heart of the charity. The passion, dedication and determination of our volunteers make such a difference that they help shape our future. Small charities can be highly dependent on volunteers, especially when they cannot afford ... 20 years anniversary

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