About Us
Our Mission
Making long-term, life-changing impacts in the lives of struggling people internationally.
Reaching the forgotten internationally with Christ's love and hope for a real future.
We are responding to God's lead wherever it takes us.
Our Story
A Journey of Faith and ServiceAlex Gorelik was born in St. Petersburg, Russia, and raised in Ukraine and Israel. At 13, he gave his life to Christ after hearing a radio program in Nazareth. After moving to the U.S., he became a bush pilot in Alaska. In 1992, during a flight in Far East Russia, Alex shared a meal with homeless children. That experience changed his life. He returned to St. Petersburg to care for street children, eventually opening New Life Orphanage and leading outreach programs.
In 1998, Alex married Marta, a Colombian-American pediatrician with a passion for serving the poor, both domestically and internationally. Together, they founded VOTC and moved their young family to Russia, where they opened a second orphanage and ran camps for hundreds of children. They came home to California in 2005, and turned their attention to Central America, Cuba, and Central California.
Today, they continue their ministry through long-term work in Cuba and more recently with Ukrainian soldiers and their spouses, offering healing, hope, and Christ-centered support. Their two children have grown up serving alongside them, sharing in their heart for ministry.
Our Vision
At VOTC, we envision a future where no one is forgotten. Through faith-driven care and local partnerships, we provide resources and support that restore dignity, empower lives, and create lasting change.
A world where everyone experiences hope, dignity, and opportunity.Core Values
Faith in Action
Serving with compassion to bring hope and relief to those in need.
Compassion and Service
Guided by Christian principles, we serve with love, integrity, and humility.
Stewardship and Accountability
Ensuring transparency and responsible use of resources for the greatest impact.
Empowering Local Communities
Partnering with churches and leaders to create lasting change from within.
Equipping the Called
Encouraging believers to step into their mission with the right tools and support.
Sustainable Impact
Providing long-term support through education, medical aid, and essential resources.
Building Meaningful Relationships
Creating real friendships that strengthen communities and foster dignity.
Responding to Urgent Needs
Acting swiftly in times of crisis to deliver aid where it’s needed most.
Leadership Team
Alex Gorelik
President
Pilot, San Juan Bautista, CAMr. Gorelik, born in St. Petersburg, Russia, moved to Ukraine as a young boy, and then to Israel. He has lived in the United States for over thirty years. As a commercial pilot he flew cargo and passengers in Alaska. In 1993 he began outreach to street children in Russia on his own.
Mr. Gorelik has started ministries in several different countries. He sees needs, and begins reaching out with material support, practical help, and the Gospel of Christ before most people have even said hello. This spirit of hope, energy, and action has allowed him to reach many, and do things others call impossible. He and his wife founded VOTC in 1998 to continue and expand outreach.
Marta Gorelik, M.D.
Treasurer
Pediatrician, San Juan Bautista, CADr. Gorelik was born in Colombia and came to the United States as a young child. She attended Stanford University. She received her M.D. from Michigan State University, and completed pediatric residency at University of Michigan. She has a longstanding interest in the care of the underserved and has volunteered her medical services in Africa, Latin America, and India. She practices Pediatrics focused on the underserved. She established a free clinic in Mexico. She has served on the Board of a low income preschool, and has had significant involvement in grant writing and strategic planning for a public school. She continues practicing medicine today in an agricultural town in California.
Felix Martin del Campo, D.D.S.
Board Member
Dentist, Visalia, CADr. Martin del Campo has donated vast amounts of his time and energy in volunteer service worldwide. He teaches in many countries, returning year after year to build lasting improvements in local dental care in impoverished nations. He also serves on the board of Masters College and Seminary, as well as another large international Christian relief organization. He brings great experience and wisdom to VOTC.