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A shelter where hope is reborn and futures are built

Founded in 1994 by Madame Ramaromandray Lilia Olga, the Felana Maitso Center is an organization dedicated to welcoming and supporting orphaned children and women in distress.

Located in Antananarivo, Madagascar, the center offers a safe environment where everyone can grow, learn, and thrive with confidence. Through education, shelter, and care, we work every day to give a brighter future to those who need it most.

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Olga Lilia RAMAROMANDRAY
Ramaromandray Lilia Olga

To shelter them, feed them, care for them, educate them — that is our mission.
Each child carries a unique story.
Our role is to guide them in writing a future filled with hope.

Ramaromandray Lilia Olga

Founder & Head of School

Because every child is unique

Age-appropriate support for every child

75 children ages 0–18

Welcoming orphans, abandoned children, and those with disabilities.

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5 Young Mothers

Support and reintegration for women in distress and victims of domestic violence.

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150 children enrolled in school

Education for children at the Center and from surrounding neighborhoods.

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Our core missions

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Social and Economic Empowerment

A future for all
We provide vulnerable groups with the means to grow and thrive by developing their skills and fostering autonomy. Through personalized support, we help them overcome social and economic barriers so they can build a more stable and promising future.

💼 Autonomy
02

Child Rights Protection

Respect and safety
Every child deserves to grow up in a safe and caring environment. We ensure their fundamental rights to education, health, and protection, in line with the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Our commitment is to create a respectful living space where every child feels heard, valued, and protected.

🛡️ Respect
03

Supporting Children in Distress

A nurturing home
We welcome and care for children in distress by providing a safe and warm living environment.
Our mission: to shelter, feed, care for, and educate them.
Beyond material needs, we offer emotional and educational support to help them heal and rebuild their confidence.

❤️ Kindness

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Our Educational and Cultural Activities

We provide a rich educational and cultural environment that fosters each child’s development through diverse and adapted activities.

Promote holistic development
Cultivate autonomy and responsibility
Create lasting memories and passions
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Livestock and Agriculture

Meeting our needs through meat, eggs, and more, while generating income by selling the surplus to cover daily essentials.

Taekwondo and Discipline

Through taekwondo, children gain confidence, focus, and respect. A complete sport that nurtures both body and mind.

Culinary Arts

Introducing women to cooking to promote healthy, balanced nutrition and prevent malnutrition within families.

School, Library & Educational TV

Access to education and reading, complemented by an educational TV room for learning through fun.

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Our facilities serving the well-being of children

Every space in our center helps provide children with a warm and secure living environment.
Thanks to our infrastructures, we ensure their comfort, health, and personal development.
Income-generating activities allow us to fund their daily needs and provide them with balanced meals.

A safe place to learn and grow with peace of mind.
Facilities that promote health and education.
Economic activities to support the center’s operations.
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Orphanage

A space with dormitories, sanitary facilities, and a dining hall, offering children a stable and secure living environment.

Infirmary

A space dedicated to healthcare and medical follow-up, ensuring the health and well-being of the children.

Parking

A space made available to local residents, generating income to support the center’s needs.

Halls for Rent

Available for weddings, masses, and family gatherings, these rentals help fund the children’s daily meals.

Daily Activities

Daily Activities at the Felana Maitso Center

Morning Preparation

The children wake up, wash, and get dressed with the help of the older ones. Everyone tidies up their space before starting the day.

Breakfast

A simple, balanced meal is served in the dining hall. It’s a moment of sharing and energy to start the day right.

Homework or Lessons

Children do their homework or attend tutoring sessions. Kind support helps them make progress.

Artistic Expression

Depending on the day: painting, drawing, singing, or small theatre scenes. These workshops nurture imagination, emotional awareness, and self-confidence.

Playtime in the Courtyard

Children play ball, jump rope, or engage in other games. It’s a free moment to unwind and share laughter together.

Small Responsibilities

Everyone takes part in a task: cleaning, watering the garden, or helping in the kitchen. A way to learn autonomy and community life.

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ongoing projects, new initiatives, urgent needs, financial reports, and messages of gratitude.
Transparency, hope, and commitment at the heart of every update.

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