Author: Anna-Maria
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Turning Support into Life-Saving Care
Thanks to your compassion and continued support, the first half of 2026 has brought life-saving care to children from the CIS region undergoing treatment for cancer and severe blood disorders. From January to June, Gift of Life supported 15 children with urgently needed treatments. We approved 48 applications covering both medical needs and educational programme…
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When Hope Becomes a Life Story
For Gift of Life’s 15th anniversary, we spoke with Lidia, one of the charity’s former patients and one of the children whose life journey continued thanks to timely treatment and the support of people who chose to help. Today, Lidia is 27 years old, living in France and raising two children of her own. Her…
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A Little Girl with Remarkable Strength
Larisa, 2 years old Diagnosis – Congenital Immunodeficiency Larisa is only 2 years old and has been under the care of Gift of Life since her earliest months. Diagnosed with a congenital immunodeficiency shortly after birth, she began a long and complex medical journey from the very beginning of her life. Her condition was first…
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A Second Chance for Alina
Alina, 15 years old Diagnosis – Acute Myeloblastic Leukaemia Alina is 15 years old, a bright, active teenager whose life changed suddenly in the summer of 2025. What first appeared as fatigue and symptoms of anaemia quickly led to further investigations and a diagnosis no family is ever prepared for: acute myeloblastic leukaemia. She was…
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A Story of Hope for Angelina
Angelina, 3 years old Diagnosis – Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia Angelina is just 3 years old, a cheerful little girl who, like many children her age, is growing, exploring the world, and bringing joy to those around her. From just seven months old, Angelina experienced health concerns, and in April 2024, after further tests, she was…
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Roman’s Story of Strength and Recovery
Roman, 10 years old Diagnosis – Acute Myeloid Leukaemia Roman was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia in June 2024 after experiencing severe fatigue, weakness, and unexplained bruising. He was urgently transferred to a specialist centre, where he began intensive treatment. After initial chemotherapy did not lead to remission, Roman underwent further treatment followed by a…
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Step by Step: Walking Together This National Walking Month
National Walking Month takes place every May and encourages people to walk more to improve physical health, boost mental wellbeing, and support a more sustainable way of living. It’s a simple, free way to stay active while connecting with your community and the outdoors. Walking is something many of us do every day without much…
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Where Spotlight Meets Hope: Sunset Boulevard Premiers in London
A sold-out Hall One at Kings Place welcomed guests for a special charity performance of Sunset Boulevard, directed by Oksana Karas and starring Kseniya Rappoport, Maksim Vitorgan, Dmitri Kondrashov and Arsene Arnaud, in support of Gift of Life’s 15th anniversary. Kseniya Rappoport, actress and friend of Gift of Life, shared: “For me, charity is not…
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15 Years of Gift of Life: Saving Children’s Lives Together
The story of Gift of Life is a story of how philanthropy brings people together for one vital purpose: saving children’s lives. This year, the charity marks 15 years of this shared mission. Gift of Life was founded on a clear belief: that children and young people diagnosed with cancer deserve access to the most…
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Festive Volunteer Workshops in Support of Gift of Life
In December, our community came together through a series of volunteer-led creative workshops in support of Gift of Life, proving once again that kindness, creativity, and shared purpose can make a real difference. Kiira Grintsak hosted her first crochet workshop for beginners, inviting participants to learn how to create festive handmade decorations while supporting children…