Together with the KPN Mooiste Contact Fonds, we gave around 250 children a fantastic afternoon on Wednesday, October 16th. This time, we were at Playing for Success Eindhoven at the Philips Stadium. Under the motto "On the hunt for your superpower," we playfully helped children who are socially isolated or at risk of becoming so feel that they are not alone.
The day was opened by Mike Weerts, and soccer freestyler Bailey de Regt gave a great demonstration. Afterward, the children worked in groups on all sorts of activities that helped them discover their own superpowers. From gaming to somersaults and from crafts to soccer.
They could also have their picture taken (super) powerfully in the Hallmark photo booth and finally we surprised the children with a performance by Alessio de Martino.
Below is a short photo report.
Roll out Superpower Days more widely
The Superpower Days are part of the strategic partnership between the KPN Mooiste Contact Fonds and Kinderpostzegels. Based on our shared mission of "connecting together," we will be working over the next three years to help children who are socially isolated or at risk of becoming so.
Loneliness: a growing problem
Loneliness is a growing problem among children and young people. It's often linked to poverty or a difficult home life.
- 230,000 children in the Netherlands grow up in poverty.
- 1 in 4 children has a parent with an addiction or mental health problems.
- 1 in 8 children receives youth care.
Many of these children are completely alone. They struggle at school, their world shrinks, and they become isolated. Their lives lack a solid foundation for resilience.