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Source: Moscow Government – Moscow Government –
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Residents of the capital took an active part in collecting gifts for participants of the special military operation (SVO) and children from new regions, as well as pet supplies for animals at the "Houses of Goodness" project "Moscow Helps." They were opened at festival venues across the city as part of Summer in Moscow.
Residents brought personal hygiene products, socks, sweets, toys, books, and food, and also signed cards with well-wishes. Volunteers assisted Muscovites at the "Houses of Kindness."
"During the Summer in Moscow project, city residents donated over 16,000 gifts to the Domiki Dobro (Houses of Kindness). They were especially thoughtful in choosing essential items for those who need support and care most now. For example, mothers with children brought toys and school supplies. Grandmothers with grandchildren brought sweets, games, and books. Families, schoolchildren, students, and Moscow organizations actively participated in collecting aid," shared Alexander Levit, director of the Mosvolonter resource center.
What gifts were brought to the "Houses of Goodness"
The largest number of gifts at the "Houses of Kindness"—over 10,400—were collected for children living in the new regions. Muscovites brought school supplies, including notebooks, colored and regular pencils, pens, markers, erasers, and more. For creative writing, they donated sketchbooks, paints, colored paper, as well as cardboard, brushes, and glue.
Young children received toys and board games, puzzles depicting Russian cities, souvenirs, nesting dolls, and sporting goods such as magnetic darts, jump ropes, and inflatable balls. Muscovites also brought a variety of books to the "Houses of Kindness," ranging from educational literature to classics. For tea, they received various confectionery items, including cookies, marmalade, candies, wafers, and other sweets.
Over 4,900 gifts were collected for the participants of the special military operation. Muscovites delivered men's gift sets and personal hygiene products: shampoos, toothbrushes and toothpastes, wet wipes, soap, shaving kits, and much more. Residents also donated packages of insoles and men's socks.
Caring Moscow residents donated over 1,400 pet supplies for shelter animals. Dry and wet food, as well as grains such as rice, buckwheat, and millet, were delivered to the "Houses of Kindness." Disinfection products for medical and veterinary facilities, cleaning supplies, absorbent pads, tick drops, and much more were donated to the shelters.
"Houses of Good" continue to collect aid for SVO soldiers and children.Moscow is collecting school supplies for children from new regions of Russia.
At the "Houses of Kindness," Muscovites signed cards with wishes and words of support for the SVO participants and children living in the new territories. For the convenience of residents, all drop-off points were marked on a special map on the project's website. Moscow is helpingThey could easily choose the Domik Dobra closest to their home or work. All goods were delivered new, with tags and in their packaging. Confectionery products were selected with a shelf life of at least three months.
Moscow volunteers assisted residents and visitors of the capital at the festival venues. Throughout the project, they advised on gifts available for donation. They also helped sign cards with good wishes and words of encouragement for children and SVO participants. Volunteers carefully sorted items into categories and carefully packed them into boxes to prevent damage during transportation. The aid collected at the "Houses of Kindness" was gradually sent to new territories across Russia.
Moscow volunteers personally delivered gifts to participants in the special military operation, children from new regions, and animals. In July, they delivered more than two tons essential supplies for pets at the Belgorod animal rescue center "Prichal," some of which were donated by residents of the capital to "Domiki Dobra." They were delivered for Russian National Flag Day. more than 10 tons humanitarian aid to the Luhansk and Donetsk People's Republics, including gifts from the "Houses of Kindness."
More than 20 tons of drinking water were donated by Moscow entrepreneurs to Melitopol.Moscow volunteers delivered over five tons of humanitarian aid to Donetsk.
Family participation in good deeds
Muscovite Saniya Islamova and her mother, Tatyana, regularly participate in social, charitable, and volunteer events. They donated soap, razors, and socks to the "House of Good" on Tverskaya Square for volunteers, and brought lined and gridded notebooks, pens, and pencils for children. They also donated dog and cat food, absorbent pads, cereal, and treats to animals in shelters.
"We looked at the gift list on the website in advance and decided not to choose, but to please everyone at once. Together, we bought the most necessary and useful things for the country's defenders, children, and animals. It was important for our family to provide care and attention to those currently in the new territories and to help them in any way we could. When we handed over the gifts at the 'House of Kindness,' my mother and I chose a card and wrote warm words and wishes," Saniya said.
The Islamov family also supports the military hospital in their area, writing letters to soldiers and making trench candles. They volunteered for the "Moscow Helps" humanitarian aid collection center and participated in New Year's performances for children from the Luhansk People's Republic.
Saniya and her mother help not only SVO participants and residents of new and border territories. They are active volunteers in their district, participating in the "Time of Kindness" project and animal shelter events at the "Good Place. Southern Administrative District" volunteer center. The Islamovs also organized a collection of donations for homeless pets among their friends.
"I help from the bottom of my heart"
Experienced volunteer Artem Kravchenko has been involved in city events, social projects, and campaigns for over three years. At the "House of Good" on Tverskaya Square, he explained to new donors what types of goods could be donated to volunteers, children, and animals. Artem accepted gift bags from Muscovites who regularly attend the festival venues and helped them sign cards with words of support.
"I often participate in social events and support good causes. Since 10th grade, I can't imagine my life without volunteering. I help from the bottom of my heart and seize every opportunity to make a difference. Therefore, volunteering at the 'House of Kindness' is a great honor for me. It's a unique opportunity to make a personal contribution to collecting gifts for soldiers, children in new territories, and animals," said Artem.
How Moscow continues to help
You can help residents of new and border territories at humanitarian aid collection centers. Moscow is helpingEvery day, they accept food, personal hygiene products, seasonal clothing, baby items, household appliances, and other essentials. A total of 15 centers have been opened in the city. Over 4.75 million units of aid have been collected, and over 1,700 tons of cargo have been transferred from Moscow. More than 80,000 people have brought essential goods to the centers.
The "Moscow Helps" headquarters boast the largest volunteer corps for the social project. Over 17,500 people have joined since its inception. You can become part of the large team of helpers on the resource center's website. Mosvolonter.
There is a protest going on in the capital right now. Let's get the child ready for school For students from new regions of Russia. Until September 30, donations are accepted to the "Moscow Helps" humanitarian aid collection centers and volunteer centers. Good Place City residents can donate items necessary for school: stationery, school uniforms, children's clothing and shoes.
Organizing volunteer activities and engaging volunteers in city events are in line with the objectives of the national project Youth and Children and the federal project "We Are Together." More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.
You can learn more about volunteering on the Mosvolonter resource center website and its social media page. VKontakte and in telegram channel.
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