Founding & Benefactor

Angelsย ๐Ÿ˜‡

You are joining today as a "Benefactor Angel". Just like the "Founding Angels", there will only be ๐Ÿ’ฏ Benefactor Angels. The "Angels" program is available to those few truly special people who really believe in building a global community of like-minded people and creating global impact, in our 100% model, and in everything RUF represents.

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ย ย ๐Ÿ‘‰ Becoming an Angel is a long-term commitment. Your recurring gift covers RUF's operating costs and enables our 100% pass-through model. Learn more about RUF: read our Impact Report.

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๐Ÿ†ย Angel Benefits


RUF's Angels are the pillars of our community, the main support of an organization that willย one day be recognized as "THE Romanian Diaspora organization" and aย global conduit for good.

๐Ÿ‘‰ย Legacy:ย Forge a legacy in Romania and beyond, making a real difference in communities that matter.

๐Ÿ‘‰ย Impact: Think like an investor: our goal is to create $100 worth of impact for every dollar you donate.

๐Ÿ‘‰ย Community: Become a cornerstone in a fellowship of exceptional individuals and families committed to fortifying the Romanian diaspora with purpose and passion.

๐Ÿ‘‰ย Networking: Plug into a dynamic global consortium of Ambassadors across major cities and receive a heartfelt welcome as you travel around the world.

๐Ÿ‘‰ย Support for your projects: Engage directly with influential projects, recommend new partner organizations, have a voice in RUF's pivotal initiatives, and drive change where it's needed most

๐Ÿ‘‰ย Recognition: RUF is a globally recognized brand today. Earn a distinguished spot in a narrative that matters as one of the esteemed Angels ๐Ÿ˜‡ of our organization.

๐Ÿ‘‰ย Exclusive Access: Enjoy privileged admission and first dibs on our marque events, including soirees, galas, and unforgettable experiences, crafting lifelong memories alongside fellow patrons.

๐Ÿ‘‰ย Tax Incentives: Maximize the impact of your generosity with tax-deductible donations and benefit from company matching programs.

๐Ÿ‘‰ย Versatility: Embrace the future of giving with our acceptance of stocks, cryptocurrency, and other donation forms, offering flexibility in how you contribute.

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๐Ÿ’ฏย Benefactor Angels


Join today to be named a "Benefactor Angel". Benefactor Angel recognition:

๐Ÿ‘‰ย Benefactor Book: write your thoughts in our beautifully bound "Book of Benefactors" where each benefactor can write their thoughts, hopes, and reasons for supporting the cause. The book will be introduced, signed and displayed at our headquarters when we reach 100 Benefactors and will be digitized for wider accessibility.

๐Ÿ’ฏย Founding Angels


Our first ๐Ÿ’ฏ Angels are recognized as "Founding Angels ๐Ÿ˜‡," aka the "founding fathers" ofย RUF. Founding Angel recognition:

๐Ÿ‘‰ย Prestigious Commemoration: Founding Angelsย will immortalized on a commemorative bronze plaque at RUF's home base.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Generational Remembrance: 100 Founding Angels Letters to our future generations will be saved in a sealed time capsule, on December 6th, 2024, to be opened at RUF's 100th anniversary on December 6th, 2118.

Who are our Angels?


We don't talk about our Angels enough. They support all our operations costs, so our fundraising platform can continue to run 100% free of cost for anyone who desires to use it. Being an Angel is a long-term (preferably lifetime) commitment to support the organization as long as it continues to fulfill its mission.

100% of RUF's salaries and operational expenses are covered by the annual donation of our Angels and recurring donors. As RUF grew and changed from a 100% volunteer organization to a mix of volunteering and paid resources, our Angels continued to foot the bill.ย Learn more about our funding sources and see our finances in the Transparency section. Ask us more about this program or the RUF pledge, or see about our Membership program.

๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ Legacy Builders


โšœ๏ธ Annual Commitment: $50,000 or Lifetime Donation: $1,000,000

Make a transformative impact that will resonate for generations, crafting a legacy of hope and progress.

Claudia & Mihai Lehene

Founding Angels 
Founders and main Sponsors of Romanian United Foundation
We believe in our power to build our community and influence our future. We support RUF for our children, our community, and our home country. Our commitment is rooted in love for our heritage and a vision for a thriving diaspora.

โšœ๏ธ Seraphims


โšœ๏ธ Annual Commitment: $10,000 or Lifetime Donation: $100,000

Make a transformative impact that will resonate for generations, crafting a legacy of hope and progress.

Monica & Calin Moigradan
Monica and Cฤƒlin believe in the idea of giving back, and RUF is the best way to do just that. They live in Park Ridge, Illinois, with their sons: Nicholas and Patrick, and they have been RUF supporters since Day 1.

๐Ÿ† Archangels


โšœ๏ธ Annual Commitment: $5,000 or Lifetime Donation: $50,000

Step into a circle of distinguished benefactors taking charge in our mission's advancement.

Diana & Radu Dram
We are all busy builders in our own right, building our own dreams, but together we dare build a straighter path to a more ambitious future for our community.
Jen Wieczner & Flaviu Simihaian

Founding Angels 
Founding Angels, New York, NY
Simona  & Cristian Luput
Committed to RUF, we embrace the chance to uplift Romania. Fueled by responsibility and optimism, we contribute time and resources to create a brighter future. RUF embodies positive change, and together, weโ€™re building a stronger, more supportive Romania
Ruxandra Muys-Stoian

Founding Angel 
Co-Founder WIT Angels Club
Ruxandra Stoian co-founder of the Bucharest-based Women Invest in Tech Angels Club, launched 2021. Ruxandra Muys-Stoian has a background in public health and health services management.
 
Cristina & Dan Serban

Founding Angel 
Founding Angels, Key West, FL
Ross Vangalis

Board of Advisors 
Founding Angel 
CEO & Founder, Queue Brand Communications, Chicago
Senior agency executive experienced in transforming emerging marketing trends into scalable marketing businesses. Senior advisor with experience across 20+ industries, 10+ countries & 100+ iconic brands
 

๐Ÿ˜‡ Guardian Angels


โšœ๏ธ Annual Commitment: $2,500 or Lifetime Donation: $25,000

Level up to show your generous commitment to RUF.

Vinicius Cordos

Founding Angel 
Honorary Member of ROCO, the Romanian Community Center
Alex Fratila

Founding Angel 
Hedge Fund & Portfolio Manager
Alex Fratila, is the Founder of Fratila & Company is a skilled multi-strategy portfolio manager, who handled a $100M portfolio at CSS across convertible arbitrage, long/short equity, and managed futures strategies before founding his eponymous firm.
Georgiana & Cristian Merdariu
We should never forget our culture, our beloved Romania. Together, we can go further, and hopefully, our children will follow our example!
Cristian Petrus

Founding Angel 
San Francisco, California
 
Ana Maria & Razvan Sofronie
Building our own community means a lot to us: we are happy to be able to invest in our future, and our children's future through Romanian United Foundation.

๐Ÿ‘ผ RUF Angels


โšœ๏ธ Annual Commitment: $1,000 or Lifetime Donation: $10,000

Join the foundational tier of supporters who form the bedrock of our community.


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