Fara Enterprises Ltd

Who we are

FARA Foundation was founded in 1991, driven by the sight of the appalling images of neglected and starving children in Romania’s state institutions in the wake of the fall of Ceaucescu in Romania. Since then, FARA has cared for over 11,000 people, transforming lives and giving hope of a better future to children, youth and families living in severe disadvantage.

Funded in the main by a chain of now 40 charity shops over London, these are run by an amazing team of people who select good quality items that suit every taste and every pocket, thanks to our supporters' generous donations.

Our partner Fundaţia FARA is one of the largest and most experienced NGO care providers in Romania, reaching out to the poor, the marginalised and most discriminated in society.

But it goes beyond just being a care provider. At Fundaţia FARA, family and friendships are at the heart of everything they do, and their work is truly life-changing for many families living in abject poverty.

Fundaţia FARA’s mission is to build communities and families, to love and serve them, fulfilling lives, rebuilding futures, and spreading hope.

Our culture and values

Our Vision is of a world in which everyone can live with freedom and dignity in a loving, protective environment, experiencing fulfilled lives whatever their ability. Our Mission is to transform the lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged children, youth and families living in Romania’s poorest communities.

And our Values underpin all our work and are shared by all those involved in carrying out our mission both in the UK and Romania. We act with kindness and compassion. We respect the human dignity of every person. We believe in practical, hands-on care. We strive to build a just society. We responsibly collaborate across all sections of society. We strive to be a best-practice organisation.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

FARA Charity Shops is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.

FARA Charity Shops does not discriminate against staff on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation (“protected characteristics”).

The principles of non-discrimination and equality of opportunity also apply to the way in which staff treat visitors, clients, customers, suppliers, and former staff members.

All staff have a duty to act in accordance with this policy and treat colleagues with dignity at all times, and not to discriminate against or harass other members of staff, regardless of their status. Your attention is drawn to FARA Charity Shops separate Anti-Harassment and Bullying Policy.