Our Projects
The Coen Foundation initiates projects to improve the situation of people, and especially children, in need.
Surgery for Mariana
Mariana is the daughter of Natalia. One day Mariana was diagnosed with hypothalamic hamartoma. A crowdfunding was opened for Mariana’s treatment in Japan.
Grosso Moda and its employees raised enough money for Mariana and Natalia to travel to Japan and realize the life-saving operation. Another € 10.000 was donated by Grosso Moda for Mariana and her family.
Mariana had surgery in Japan and according to the doctors, the surgery was successful. Mariana is back home again and will have to recover further on her way to a healthy and happy future.
Natalia and Marian are enormously grateful to the Coen Foundation for their support.
Day center at Ukmerge
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Canoeing in the lake Žirnajai
Our older children were canoeing in the lake Žirnajai with Lithuanian Sea Scouts.
For all children it was first try! Was so nice to see how they tried the oars, how they managed to light the fire, how difficult it is to pull the rope and how good it is to overcome obstacles together as a team 🥰
🎬 New tradition at our Children’s Day Center!
Every second Friday of the month, we’ll be hosting a special movie screening – not just any cartoons, but educational and psychological films for kids.
The first one: Caught in the Net, a film and experiment showing how minors are manipulated online, being asked to send inappropriate photos and videos, followed by blackmail. It was difficult to watch, but incredibly important. The key message: You are not alone. Whatever happens, find a trusted adult and talk.
Instead of staying indoors, we chose to head into the forest 🌲
It may seem close, familiar, like we’ve seen it all – but it always has new surprises!
Did you know that soapwort can clean your hands just as well as soap?
Or that you can bake scout bread on a stick?
Or even drink mineral-rich water from the Žuvintė spring, located in the Ukmergė district?
And do you know which wood is best for building a campfire?
We had a wonderful time exploring and learning! Ask the kids – they’ll tell you all about the new things they discovered and the “basket” of experiences they brought back 💡
Enjoying each day ❤️ – that is our goal 🙏
Visiting the neighboring town of Širvintos
We visited the neighboring town of Širvintos – we explored its most beautiful spots, enjoyed the wonderful weather, had fun with water activities, and, most importantly, cherished our time together!🌞
Summer memories 2024
We are celebrating the beginning of the new school year 2024
We wish all the kids a successful, creative, and inspiring year full of new discoveries and growth 🍀
The most delicious food we make ourselves 🤩😋
Trip to the seaside 2024
For the second year in a row, the children had the opportunity to enjoy a wonderful trip to the seaside. Kids were full of joy splashing in the water and playing together on the beach 🏖
Evenings we spent around the campfire, sharing stories and laughter, and we were all delighted by the stunning northern lights that graced the night sky.
The second day we visited the amusement park “BOOM PARK” – enjoyed water entertainment, trampolines, raced electric cars and many other fun activities together 🏎 🤸♀️ 🤹♂️
One more unforgettable experience, full of smiles and lasting memories ❤️
Trip to “Rauboniu Parkas”
Surrounded by nature’s beauty, the kids had an amazing time enjoying all the park had to offer. They spun on carousels, raced in electric cars, tried out electric boats in the pool, and had a blast with water activities. We also spent time in the animal zone, where the children got to meet and learn about rabbits, sheep, goats, alpacas, and more 🐰 🐐 🐑
It was a day full of excitement, laughter, and great memories! 🤗
Exploring and learning time at “CurioCity”
The children were completely absorbed in the activities, discovering how electricity is generated, listening to the sounds of the human body, learning about our weight in space, and even trying their hands at building a house and putting out a simulated fire. It was a whirlwind of fun and learning that kept them engaged and excited throughout the visit. 🏗️🔥💡
The two hours we spent there felt like minutes because of the enjoyment and fascination of discovering new things. It was heartwarming to see their eyes light up with curiosity and joy at every new experience. 🤩✨
Unforgettable Adventure at the farm “Tuomų ūkis”
This day was all about connecting with nature, learning about animals, and discovering important life lessons along the way. At the farm, we met, petted and fed alpacas, fluffy rabbits, goats and puppies. The children learned about caring for these creatures, understanding their needs for food, shelter, and love ♥
Easter 2024
Spring is here, and at our Children’s Day Center, we’re eagerly preparing for Easter!
We’ve been busy painting eggs in all colors of the rainbow, rolling them down hills for a bit of fun, and even cooking up some delicious treats. But the best part? Sharing these joyful moments with our amazing mothers! It’s been an afternoon filled with laughter, creativity, and love. Wishing everyone a happy Easter season!
The celebration of the return of the birds
In Lithuania, in March we have a day symbolizing the flight of birds. It is believed that on this day, 40 species of birds that have wintered abroad have already returned. This date is associated with a mass flight of birds.
To commemorate that day – nesting boxes are made in Lithuania.
The children of our center made a nesting box this year on their own as well! They sawed, hewed, twisted, painted themselves, and look at the ‘house’ that is waiting for its residents! 💚
“Go away, Winter!” or Lithuanian Mardi Gras 2024
Masks, dressing up, dancing around the fire, songs, pancakes and lots and lots of sweets!
What could be more fun? 🌞
We fulfilled some children’s wish – to visit the church
Some of them are visiting here for the first time. The nuns helped us here. They welcomed us very warmly, told us about the church, God and answered all our questions
Summer Camp 2023
Camp was a great environment for kids to make lifelong friendships. They bonded over shared adventures, supported each other through challenges, and celebrated each achievement Together. Their glowing faces radiated the joy of togetherness, creating an atmosphere of warmth and friendship.
Theater festival
We visited the performance and took a walk around a beautiful spring city. Being together as a team, children are learning relationships, friendship, understanding that we are all different, but more alike than different.
Mother’s Day 2023
Wishing you all the love in the world on Mother’s Day. Thanks for everything you do for us. We love you more than words can say! Have a wonderful Mother’s Day!
First trip to the sea Together!
We were happy to see the sea and so many interesting things. To play active games and be together in a safe environment where everyone is accepted as they are.
Easter 2023
Together with the teachers, we prepared the most beautiful and creative Easter eggs!
Every day together is full of good emotions and fun games
Spring sun shines 2023
We are trying out musical instruments
It’s important for personal development to get in touch with music so we went to a musical instrument collector.
Children visited artists family
Their business – ‘Sound Nest’ – they are making and selling all over the world, as they call – drums of the moon. Exciting experience for all of us! ❤️
One drum we get as a present for our center, children will be a love to play it themselves.
Day of the Restoration of the State of Lithuania
We learn citizenship and celebrate public holidays 💛💚💗
Community officer visit
Community officer spoke about safe behavior on the street, on the internet, about bulling.
At the end of the visit, children presented a picture made by their own hands (burnt). All experiences are educational and needed. We are grateful for the visit!
Treatment for breast cancer
Due to this very serious illness of one of our colleagues who had very high expenses for research which will not be covered by the government and impossible for herself to pay.
Within the Coen foundation we gave her the financial support which was needed to find out what the best therapy will be for her illness and to make this therapy happen.