A meaningful Easter for David Popovici! The Romanian champion turned his promise into reality. Huge gesture for 12 teenagers
David Popovici accomplished his goal. The young swimmer launched a campaign through which he aimed to raise no less than 50,000 euros, in the course of just ten days, during the Easter period.
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The money was collected from April 6-16, with the aim of helping 12 teenagers in need, hosted by a family home in sector 4, built by the Hope and Homes for Children foundation.
David Popovici sent a sincere message to everyone who offered a helping hand.
“Sincere thanks to everyone who chose to get involved, individuals and businesses alike. Your involvement makes a difference and proves that together we can bring hope where it's needed most. Onbecause no child should feel alone!“David Popovici transmitted on social networks.
“I'm glad these kids have a 'home' of their own!”
Moreover, at the end of the campaign, more precisely, 51,288 euros were collected for the 12 teenagers. The donation will be directed to 12 teenagers between the ages of 13 and 18. Half of them are involved in performance judo and have achieved results at national and regional competitions.
“Every time I visit a family home, I am happy that those children finally have a 'home' of their own, but I am aware that home is not just a roof and a warm meal. It means people who take care of each other, safety and confidence in the future. The children I spent a few hours with practice judo; some of them are national champions. The others discover other passions. Some need therapy or meditation!”said David Popovici, according to the press release from the beginning of the campaign.
“Thank you David for your genuine engagement!”
David Popovici has been collaborating with the foundation since April 2023, which has the mission of eliminating foster care centers and providing children without families with an environment close to family.
Multiple Olympic, world and European champion, the athlete gets involved every year in fund-raising actions, contributing to the development of family-type homes and ensuring adequate support for children in the system, so that they have real chances for a better future.
“Thank you to everyone who donated and chose to be part of this journey. Every contribution is more than a gesture – it means a constant presence in a child's life. Thank you to our partners who joined this initiative and made it possible for the message to reach further. And last but not least, we thank David for his genuine involvement, for the time he gave to the children and the way he brought their reality close to people – with empathy, modesty and together we showed that “home” can be built, step by step, by an entire community!“also broadcast Hope and Homes for Children.
