The programs run by FHI Community Development began in Romania after 1991, in the city of Curtea de Arges, but under a different organization.
In 1996, FHI Community Development foundation was legalized in Romania and continued the programs already developed at that time by the other NGO.

Programs included such things as:

• Development of the private agricultural sector through founding a Farmers Chamber Association, a Farmers Fair Association and the construction of greenhouses in Noaptes village
• Development of the private economical sector through founding a Business Development Chamber
• Donations of supplies, food and medical equipment
• Educational programs for youth and children
• 4H-like program for youth
• Assisting in the construction of a Christian Community Center, in Curtea de Arges.
  

After 1998, FHI Community Development went through a transition period of time with changes in its activity and approach. These changes led to an emphasis in: family development, local church development (different denominations) and of the development of local leaders.

The strategies adopted at that time included:

• influencing new Romanian partners with similar goals
• supporting the programs of community development
• placing International Staff (IS) who were competent in areas where partners had a need
• educational programs in community development from a theistic approach.
  

Currently, FHI Community Development has its ministries in different areas in Romania, in partnership with Romanian and foreign organizations.