Our Mission
We exist to bring God’s love and care to children and families around the world.
The Story of Love Cradle International
Love Cradle International (LCI) is a Christian 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to serving children and families in need. Inspired by the Good News of Jesus Christ and grounded in God’s grace, mercy, and love, LCI works to bring hope, practical assistance, and spiritual encouragement to vulnerable children and families, with primary outreach in Ukraine and the United States.
Our mission is simple, yet profound:
To care for the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of children and families. To equip children to live balanced and purposeful lives, giving them every opportunity to grow in an environment that empowers them to become the leaders of tomorrow.
The story of Love Cradle International began in the year 2000 during a difficult period in Ukraine’s history. Economic hardship, social instability, and widespread poverty left thousands of children abandoned, neglected, or struggling to survive without adequate care.
Many children could be found living on the streets. Some sought shelter in underground tunnels and sewers. Others slept on warm heating pipes during the harsh winter months to escape the freezing cold. At train stations and bus stops, children in worn clothing quietly searched for food, warmth, and hope.
It was in the midst of this reality that God placed a burden on the heart of Irina Yagilnicky.
As she encountered these children, their faces and stories became impossible to forget. Deeply moved by their suffering, she turned to God in prayer and asked:
“Lord, what can I do? How can I help?”
In prayer, the answer came clearly:
“Go to them.”
With no large organization behind her and no significant resources at her disposal, Irina chose to respond in faith. She began reaching out to children living in difficult circumstances, providing food for the hungry, warmth for the cold, and hope for those who had little reason to believe in a better future.
What began as a simple act of obedience gradually grew into a ministry that connected communities, churches, volunteers, and supporters across nations.
Over the years, Love Cradle International has become a bridge between those who desire to help and those who desperately need assistance. Through humanitarian aid, children's programs, family strengthening initiatives, foster care support, discipleship, and community outreach, LCI has continued to demonstrate the love of Christ in practical ways.
Today, Love Cradle International remains committed to its founding vision:
Supporting vulnerable children and families;
Strengthening foster and family-based care;
Providing humanitarian assistance during times of crisis;
Encouraging emotional and spiritual healing;
Equipping children and young people to fulfill their God-given potential;
Raising future leaders grounded in faith, hope, and integrity.
At the heart of everything we do remains the same simple calling that started it all:
“Go to them.”
When we go to those in need, we bring more than assistance—we bring hope, dignity, healing, and the love of Jesus Christ.
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Irina O. Yagilnicky
Chairman / President
Love Cradle International
Love. Hope. Care. Future.
