I appreciate the efforts of David Lewis and Family to Family
International in bringing the help of the willing families in
Canada and other countries, to the needy families in Russia. - H. E. Alexander Belonogov, Russian Ambassador to Canada
The relations which are established through person-to-person
humanitarian aid will be much fruitfull,
I am sure, for sustaining and promoting the Canadian
ideal of multi-culturalism, co-existence and cooperation.
I wish long life and the greatest success to Family to Family. - H. E. Slav Danev, Bulgarian Ambassador to Canada
I would like to thank you for your magnificent gesture during this period of transition to a free market economy. I am confident that your initiative will contribute to a better understanding, and will strengthen the friendship between Canada and Romania. - H. E. Valeriu Pop, Romanian Ambassador to Canada
David Lewis has found a practical way through which to assist a significant number of people in otherwise difficult situations, in a very tangible way.
- Angus Archer, Executive Director, United Nations Association of Canada
This is a wonderful idea and it is heartwarming to hear of it.
I wish you the best in this very important and compassionate work.
- Ann Landers, Chicago Tribune
Pairing Russian families with Canadian families is an excellent idea, and an
excellent way to connect them to the energy and optimism which they associate with our country.
- H. E. Jeremy Kinsman, Canadian Ambassador to Russia, Moscow 1994
I ask God to bless the experience of unity in the Spirit of love and understanding which Family to Family fosters between Russia and the rest of the world.
- Rev. Alexei Zoubakov, Northern Pilgrim Centre, Pskov, Russia
We have heard of your organization, saw the results of its activities on the territory of this country,
and we are greatful for both Mr. Lewis and all of Family to Family's kindness and participation in the future
of Russia.
- V. Yuvitsa, Youth Affairs Committee, Vladimir Region, Russia
Family to Family is an excellent idea, and I am please that so many New
Zealanders have become involved
- Nigel Allardyce for High Commissioner, Embassy of New Zealand.