Dear Sponsor,
My name is Viktoriia, and I am three years old. I live in a village, in the Rivne region. My village is very beautiful and colorful. My mom’s name is Dasha, and my dad’s name is Sasha. Right now, my dad is undergoing rehabilitation at the Transfiguration rehab center in Rivne. My mom takes care of me. She doesn’t work because it’s hard to find a job in our village, but sometimes she does odd jobs when she can, so she can buy me something tasty.
I don’t have any friends yet, but I hope to make some when I start kindergarten. My favorite food is ice cream, though I don’t like buckwheat porridge. I love holidays because my mom cooks a lot of delicious food.
I enjoy drawing, playing outside with our cat Kyryk, and watching cartoons with him.
Dear sponsor, thank you so much for helping my family and me. It makes me really happy because we truly need this help. I’m excited to receive a letter from you and get to know you better.
With love,
Viktoriia
Caseworker Comments:
Meet Viktoriia, a bright and energetic little girl with a heart full of joy. She’s always cheerful and full of life, with a curious mind that loves to explore the world around her. Viktoriia is incredibly creative and enjoys drawing, letting her imagination flow onto the page. She has a deep love for animals and takes great care of her pets, always helping her mom feed them. Viktoriia also loves spending time in the garden, enthusiastically helping her mom with planting and taking care of the flowers. She’s not only playful and fun-loving but also responsible, she willingly puts away her toys when her mom asks her to. With her boundless energy, loving heart, and a natural sense of responsibility, Viktoriia brings warmth and happiness to everyone around her.
Viktoriia comes from a loving but struggling household, where despite enduring many hardships, the bond between mother and daughter remains strong and unbreakable. Viktoriia lives with her mother, Daryna, in a small village, far from the comforts of the city. Her father is currently undergoing rehabilitation for addiction at the Transfiguration Church, and unfortunately, he is unable to provide any financial support for the family.
Her mother’s own story is one of resilience. She grew up in an orphanage and attended boarding schools, but due to limited education, she is unable to find steady work. Her mother devotes all her time to caring for Viktoriia, ensuring her daughter feels loved and safe. The family lives in the home of Viktoriia’s aunt, who struggles with alcohol abuse, making it difficult for her mother to leave Viktoriia alone. This lack of support restricts her mother’s ability to seek full-time employment. Occasionally, Viktoriia’s mom helps a neighbor who makes shrines, earning small sums that help cover some living expenses.
Despite these hardships, the love and warmth between Viktoriia and her mother shine through. Her mother does everything in her power to provide for Viktoriia, but the financial strain makes it a daily challenge. Viktoriia often goes without toys, new clothes, or other essentials, and there are times when the family struggles to even afford basic groceries. However, their neighbors, aware of their difficult situation, often step in to offer support.
Viktoriia is a bright, energetic child who needs a lot of attention and care. Though her mother cannot afford educational toys or books, Viktoriia is still growing and developing well beyond her years. Her mother feels the sting of not being able to buy her daughter even the smallest treat, like sweets, but remains deeply grateful for the kindness of others.
The living conditions are tough. The house, though kept clean and safe as best as possible, is old and in constant need of repairs. There is no indoor bathroom or shower, and the family must rely on a well for water. In winter, the house is bitterly cold, with no gas for heating. They depend on a wood stove for both warmth and cooking, but firewood is costly and difficult to come by. The wooden windows let in drafts, making the winter months particularly harsh.
They are doing their best to make a home in very challenging circumstances, but they need help to improve their living conditions. They require support to purchase firewood, make necessary home repairs, and provide Viktoriia with the basics she needs to grow and thrive.
In a world where resources are scarce, the love between this mother and daughter remains a beacon of hope. With help, they can begin to rebuild their lives, making their home a place where Viktoriia can flourish, and her mother can find peace knowing that her daughter has everything she needs. Thank you for choosing to support Viktoriia and her mother.
