Giving our support to Ukrainian refugees - Europe
Ukraine | We are deeply saddened by the war in Ukraine. We couldn't stay idle in this situation. So, last week we filled 10,000 (!!) backpacks with art materials for Ukrainian parents and children.
Backpacks to bring some color
These backpacks will be spread all over Europe to bring some color in these extremely sad situations.
All our foreign affiliates and colleagues abroad can order these bags and donate them to great initiatives for Ukrainian refugees.
Other initiatives to help
In addition to the backpacks, we have also donated many art materials to initiatives throughout Europe. Everywhere artists and teachers are drawing and painting with Ukrainian children to let them forget the sad circumstances for a while.
More projects
In March 2025, 72 students from IMC Weekendschool in Amsterdam Noord and Zuidoost embarked on a creative journey exploring the theme “The Future of Amsterdammers.” Over four weeks, these 10- to 11-year-olds immersed themselves in the world of visual arts, guided by four contemporary artists and supported by Royal Talens Foundation materials.
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The Royal Talens Foundation has provided art materials to the Palestine Humanitarian Response Centre (PHRC) for their upcoming Children's Hub in Cairo. This initiative aims to offer creative outlets and trauma relief to Palestinian children who have fled Gaza and currently lack access to formal education.
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At the Royal Talens Foundation, we're delighted to share the impactful work of Villa Zapakara, a nonprofit organization in Suriname dedicated to enriching children's lives through educational and cultural programs. Their current initiative, running from August 2024 through December 2026, demonstrates how creative materials can play a vital role in connecting young people with their cultural heritage.
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The Royal Talens Foundation is proud to support Aisha & Friends in their meaningful work at the Kilifi County Referral Hospital's children's ward in Kenya. In October 2024, art supplies donated by the foundation brought creativity and joy to over 30 young patients and hospital staff.
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