children's passions of children from orphanages

Dear Donors,

We are thrilled to share an exciting update from our latest initiatives supporting children from orphanages and foster families. These past weeks have brought moments of pride, inspiration, and a renewed sense of purpose for our entire team.

A Historic Achievement at the Polish Championships

Our football team, known as the Dream Team from Jelenia Góra, made history during the 16th Polish Championships for Children from Orphanages, held in Warsaw on April 26, 2025. For the third consecutive year, our young athletes reached the grand final, making us the only team in tournament history to do so.

After an incredible run — with impressive wins in the group stage (including 12:2 and 8:0 victories) and a dramatic penalty shootout win in the semi-final — we faced Sternik Szczecin in a tough and emotional final match. Although we narrowly missed the title with a 0:1 loss, our team left their hearts on the field and returned home as proud vice-champions of Poland.

This unforgettable experience has strengthened our players' confidence and motivation. It also reinforced the importance of teamwork, emotional resilience, and the power of believing in oneself.

Continued Growth in Sports, Arts, and Nature Education

Alongside this incredible football journey, our dance studio continues to flourish. Our young dancers recently held a spring performance that drew praise from local audiences and strengthened the sense of community and belonging among our participants.

Our nature education and hiking program has expanded as well. We've introduced new trails and learning opportunities focused on ecology, teamwork, and safe outdoor practices. These experiences are not only enriching but also therapeutic, especially for children facing emotional challenges.

Looking Ahead – Bigger Goals, Broader Impact

Building on the momentum of recent successes, we are preparing:

• A summer sports camp with enhanced psychological and preventive workshops,

• The next edition of our peer mentoring program, now incorporating athletes and dancers,

• New collaborations with sports professionals, artists, and local educators to offer even more well-rounded development opportunities.

Help Us Keep the Momentum Going

Thanks to your continued support, we are transforming lives and nurturing talents every day. We also invite you to consider an additional way to help — by spreading the word about our project and encouraging others to donate, even 1.5% of their tax in Poland. Every contribution helps us reach more children, organize more activities, and keep creating meaningful change.

We are deeply grateful for your trust and partnership. Together, we are not only supporting children — we are building a future filled with opportunity, growth, and hope.

With heartfelt gratitude,
Micha Slemp
Project Leader

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