Nadia’s mother thanks you for bringing warmth, confidence, and joy back into her daughter’s life.

In the remote village of Basira al-Jard, on the outskirts of Tartous in Syria, eight-year-old Nadia has faced many challenges. Born with crossed eyes and poor eyesight, she struggled to see her schoolbooks clearly. This led to academic difficulties and made her the target of teasing and exclusion from other children. Her father collects plastic waste to support the family, and despite their hard work, life has never been easy.

Everything began to change when Nadia joined the educational program at the Jesuit Father Van Der Lugt Center. Thanks to your gift of Winter Kits, Nadia was one of 365 children who received essential warm clothing last winter. She received sturdy shoes, soft sweaters, a warm pair of pants, thick socks, a winter jacket, a hat, and a scarf — things she had never owned before.

“You have given our children what we could not provide,” her mother said. “With these clothes, Nadia felt equal to her classmates and truly part of her community. Thank you for restoring her confidence.”

The day she tried on her new sweater, Nadia’s face lit up with a smile her parents had not seen in years. She even asked her mother to braid her hair — a quiet gesture of pride and joy.

Now, Nadia walks to school each morning with steady steps and a new sense of belonging. Your kindness has not only kept her warm through the winter but has also rekindled her confidence and her hope for the future.

This winter, thousands more children in Syria are facing the cold without proper clothing. You can help keep them warm and safe.

Give the gift of a Winter Kit today — and bring warmth, comfort, and hope to a child like Nadia.