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A true superhero doesn't need a cape, and Santa Claus isn't always dressed in a red fur coat. On the eve of New Year's—the most magical holiday—everyone can briefly become a winter wizard, grant a child's wish, give a holiday to lonely seniors, or feed homeless animals.
How to light up the virtual sky with stars, what children with serious illnesses dream of finding under the tree, and where to find signature Christmas sweet recipes—all in our article.
A toy under the tree, a surprise, and tangerines
Children are the ones most eagerly awaiting a New Year's miracle. Muscovites are invited to fulfill the wishes of children supported by non-profit organizations (NPOs), as well as those whose fathers are serving in the Special Military Operations (SMO), through a popular campaign. "Kind Christmas Tree"This is the fourth time it has been held.
Trees decorated with balloons bearing children's wishes can be found in Zaryadye Park, the Central Children's Store on Lubyanka, the Dream Island entertainment center, shopping malls, and other locations—there are over 100 of them throughout Moscow. Anyone can pick up their favorite balloon and have their child's wish come true. This can also be done online aton the promotion's website.
Another charity event "Make a wish come true" offers to support children in difficult life situations. You can decide what to give online, and the gift must be delivered to the Moscow Directorate of Mass Events office within three days of selection. The promotion runs until December 29th. The brightly colored boxes will be delivered to the recipients before the New Year.
Guests of the festival sites of the Winter in Moscow project can take part incharity events and wish a Happy New Year to the soldiers of the Air Defense Forces and children from Russia's new regions. The Gift Factory pavilions are accepting sweets, New Year's sets, warm gloves and socks, insoles, men's hygiene products, children's toys and books, school supplies, and board games for military personnel undergoing treatment in hospitals.
As part of the "Light of Kindness" campaign, residents of border areas can bring reflective bracelets, stickers, and other items to the pavilions to enhance visibility at night. Evacuated animals living in shelters in the Belgorod and Kursk regions can receive pet supplies as part of the "Feed a Friend" campaign. Gifts and cards with warm wishes can be delivered until February 28, 2026. Details are available on the project website. Moscow is helping.
While strolling through the fair in search of fresh produce for the table, Muscovites can join the now traditional event The Hanging Mandarin By December 26, donate seasonal citrus fruits to residents of Russia's border and new territories, as well as to participants in the SVO. To do this, purchase the fruit and place it in one of the special baskets.
Muscovites can support the foundation's Santa Claus landing party. "Old age is a joy"To do this, simply make a donation of a comfortable amount topromotion pageThe funds raised will be used to purchase small New Year's gifts and deliver them to lonely people living in nursing homes and specialized centers across Russia. The residents will also receive food to prepare their favorite meals.
You can donate gifts to SVO soldiers and children from the new regions at the pavilion on Red Square.Moscow residents can fulfill the wishes of children of SVO participants in the "Kind Christmas Tree" campaign.Residents of the northeast of the capital wrote New Year's wishes to the SVO fighters.
Virtual cookies and digital stars
To make doing good fun, NGOs have created themed holiday mini-games. For example, Konstantin Khabensky Charitable Foundation started an interactive project Cookies of GoodnessUsers must knead virtual dough, cut out cookies, bake, and decorate them. Donating will unlock access to a collection of unique family recipes created by the foundation's beneficiaries. Funds raised through the game will go toward the treatment of children and adults with brain tumors.
Charitable foundation Pravmir launched its annual winter campaign “Click, and New Year!”special page We've set up a virtual Christmas tree. Once a donation is made, the tree will be decorated with ornaments that can be hung to your liking. The funds raised will support those forced to spend New Year's in the hospital.
The foundation also offers to dress up the green beauty "Kotodetki"On the website of the promotion "Tailed Christmas Tree" Users will be asked to choose one of the balloons, support their favorite beneficiary with a donation, and watch the toy glow brightly. Wishes include a fox toy, vaccines for cats, training equipment for dogs, and more.
Fulfilling childhood dreams can light the stars. The Nastenka Foundation's beneficiaries drew their cherished wishes—what they lack while they're sick. The pictures were transformed into 24 virtual constellationsBy making a donation, the user will make one of the constellations a little brighter. And the organization SOS Children's Villages is holding a promotion Light the StarCaring Muscovites are invited to make a donation to support children without parental care or in family crisis. A donation creates another star in the virtual firmament.
Residents of the capital can send New Year's cards to any corner of Russia for free.Retro postcards, greetings to loved ones, and letters to Santa Claus: Winter Mail operates at more than fifty locations.Humanitarian aid collection points have opened in the Southern Administrative District near skating rinks.
Give a chance, not a box of chocolates
In addition to traditional souvenirs and sweets, Muscovites can also support their studies and medical treatment. For example, the charity "The Arithmetic of Good" conducts share Systematic support for teenagers without parental care. These kids dream not of new gadgets, but of the opportunity to study with tutors, receive help from a personal mentor, or enroll in a career guidance course.
Fund Find a family started the action "Generous New Year", which offers participants help pay for necessary medications, medical examinations, remedial classes, and rehabilitation for children from foster families, such as a course with a speech therapist for Maxim, a year of orthodontic treatment for Rita, and glasses for Seryozha.
The foundation's wards Road of Life dream of finding a family, taking a stroll through the park, or attending a concert of their favorite singer. Muscovites can replenish their funds for the support and rehabilitation of children throughout the year, and also receive a generous virtual postcard.
Useful gifts The "Living Together" foundation will donate donations from Muscovites to senior citizens. Gifts include a home-delivered meal, a consultation with a social coordinator, and assistance in obtaining medical care or palliative care status.
Winter is a particularly difficult time for animals without a warm home. A foundation is offering to help them. Nika as part of the promotion "Santa for the Tail"Thanks to people's donations, special food will be purchased for the organization's wards and friendly shelters throughout the winter. And the foundation's team "Second wind" will help dogs and cats survive the winter warm and safe, and will also provide a change of clothes for the staff and volunteers who care for the animals daily in all weather conditions. Donations can be made on the campaign website. "Paws are warm".
About 1,500 volunteers help at city animal shelters.Towards Good: How the Mosvolonter Resource Center Team Helps the CityThe "Hanging Mandarin" event will take place at Moscow fairs.
You can support those who need it not only on New Year's Eve. charitable service On the mos.ru portal, Muscovites regularly help the beneficiaries of more than 100 verified nonprofits. Users can select a specific fund or distribute their donation among all organizations in a category, and also make regular donations by clicking "Enable Autopayment" after the first payment. The service also allows you to create your own collection for those in need. Currently, you can schedule your donation for New Year's and other events. joyful occasions.
Winter in Moscow— the main event of the season. The project aims to strengthen social and family ties, create an atmosphere of unity and mutual support, and provide assistance to those currently defending the Motherland. Through a variety of programs, including cultural, educational, and sporting events, it brings together Muscovites and visitors of all ages and interests, creating an environment for creative development, active recreation, and warm communication. Particular attention is paid to supporting participants and veterans of the special military operation and their families, as well as all those providing assistance to the front.
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