Latest news and projects
July 07, 2020
“Be careful, those are your only shoes” – children living in a 170 year old home with a big hole in the roof above their heads
The title of this report may seem exaggerated, but it is the harsh reality in which the Cvetanović children, Vlajko (5), Kristijan (8) and Boban (16) are being raised. Their 19th century home not only has a leaky roof and rotting windows, it also has rats and occasionally, snakes!
June 13, 2020
“Dad, Dad, a lizard” – they lived in a house with 300 snakes
An incredible, bizarre story took place in the village of Drnovac, by Boljevac. One night, a few years ago, the Šimunović family discovered as many as 300 snakes in their home. The parents and their three children immediately evacuated the home, which was later discovered to have snakes in the walls, foundation and attic.
June 03, 2020
“Darts from the Block” for Stevanovic family in New York
Charity organization Serbs for Serbs organized charity dart tournament “Darts from the Block” at Break Bar and Billiards in Astoria with the goal of gathering funds to help the nine-member Stevanovic family from the village Kololec near Kosovska Mitrovica, who live in difficult and unsuitable conditions.
May 25, 2020
One family, half of a school – the Nedovićs await their eighth child in the heart of Šumadija
Vuk Karadžić school in the village of Pretoka in the municipality of Knić would probably not exist if not for the Nedović family. This family of seven children has it's three youngest attending this school which has only six students. As populations dwindle, as schools and villages become fewer and fewer, such families become increasingly important for the survival of local communities and communities across the country.
May 05, 2020
“When times get tough, I lean on my brothers, my protectors” - Svetlana (9) from Kučevište
In the southern foothills of Skopska Crna Gora, about fifteen kilometers from Skopje, is the village of Kučevište, which, historically speaking, was of great importance to the Serb community in this area. Having shared both the good and bad times with the Serbian people, people from these areas, though living under different circumstances, still testify about their origin, maintaining they are still who they have always been.
April 25, 2020
“God gave me four children, but with each I went through serious trials” – the story of the Stojkovic family from Dobrujevac
Usually we end our reports about first visits by creating a list of what help is needed. But this time, we'll do it differently. We visited the Stojkovic family in Dobrujevac near Aleksinac. Although they only asked for a rotary mower and hay baler, it was obvious that their home had been damaged by humidity and as well, needed insulation, eavestroughs, a pathway around the exterior and renovation of the rooms.
March 28, 2020
A ray of sunshine in a place of sorrow and pain – Nikolina (3) from Aleksinacki Rudnik
Three-year-old Nikolina Ristic lives in a dilapidated home in Aleksinacki Rudnik. In 1989, a tragedy befell this town when a fire claimed the lives of 90 miners. Along with the loss of lives came the end of the mine, leaving the people abandoned and with no prospect for the future.
March 25, 2020
THE FIGHT AGAINST CORONAVIRUS – support the disadvantaged!
The whole world is in crisis because of the coronavirus (COVID-19). As healthcare professionals fight for the lives of infected people, the virus and emergency situations in many countries affect each and every one of us. Yet the worst hit are always the poor. It is especially difficult for them at times like this. Let our response to this situation, therefore, be – SUPPORT THE DISADVANTAGED!
February 26, 2020
"Birthday party from the block" in Melbourne
Our compatriots in Melbourne came up with a great way of birthday celebration that brings a spiritual benefit. Families Stefanovich and Eror have organised a "bundled" birthday party in the hall of Holy Trinity Parish in Brunswick, Melbourne, on Saturday 22 February. Instead of customary presents, the celebrants asked for donations for the Church and our reputable charity Serbs for Serbs.
January 04, 2020
Their grandfather died a hero, but his grandchildren live in a dilapidated home in the middle of Belgrade!
When the world seems to be an increasingly dark place to be, a shining example can come along to show us the way forward. As a single candle can give light to a dark room, so can the deed of a hero spark the light of humanity in us all.
December 21, 2019
“The hardest thing for me is that we can only bathe when the weather is nice” – Boban (11) from Banat
It is difficult to find words to describe the living conditions under which 11 year old Boban Milutinović and his five siblings – Bobana (13), Sanela (8), Darko (5), Aleksandra (3) and Lazar (1), are being raised. They all live in one room which is essentially their entire house – bedroom, living room, kitchen, dining room, with an extension to a bathroom!
December 07, 2019
Born in a stable, living today without basic necessities – Dunja (3) from Kosovo and Metohija
Three-year-old Dunja Nasković lives in the remote and isolated village of Odevce in Kosovo and Metohija, between Novo Brdo and Kosovska Kamenica. She is one of only a few children living in this village where only 50 Serbs remain.
November 30, 2019
Will Christmas come to their homes too?
The holidays are fast approaching, and many of us look forward to spending time with our loved ones. In the warmth and comfort of our homes, gifts are being wrapped for St. Nicholas to deliver to the children.