Dear reader,

This year’s Equilibrium mentoring program brought holiday cheer through a partnership with Diakonie, as Mentors and Mentees joined forces to support the Krabice od bot (Shoebox) initiative. This long-running Christmas gift drive is the largest charitable effort in the Czech Republic, providing joy and hope to children in need.

At the Opening Session back in September, attendees had the opportunity to take part by selecting an empty shoebox to fill with thoughtfully chosen gifts. The result was a beautiful demonstration of generosity and unity within the Equilibrium community.

The collective effort contributed to the record-breaking 14th annual Krabice od bot, which saw an incredible 61,482 shoeboxes distributed to children from disadvantaged backgrounds. This total surpassed last year’s donations by 7,000, demonstrating an inspiring growth in support. Across the country, 16,724 donors contributed to the initiative, including individuals, families, and organizations, uniting to make the holidays brighter for many.

Beyond physical gifts, Diakonie’s ongoing Krabice online financial collection raised an astounding 5.5 million CZK, providing resources for children’s education, therapies, and extracurricular activities throughout the year.

Equilibrium’s involvement exemplifies how communities can unite for meaningful causes. A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone who participated in this year’s effort. Your contributions transformed simple shoeboxes into treasures, showing children that they are cared for and valued. Together, we’ve proven that Equilibrium is not just a mentoring program—it’s a catalyst for positive change. Let’s continue to spread kindness and joy, one box at a time.

Thank you for bringing our motto of “Dream, Dare, Share, ..” to life!

 

Your EQ Team