Boxes of Hope
When you put hope in a mother's hands, you change everything this Christmas.What It Looked Like to Put Hope in Esmerelda's Hands
"Sometimes I feel like we've been forgotten, like the world has moved on and left us. But in those darkest moments, I always hoped for a miracle."
The day Esmerelda had to choose between buying food or nappies for her baby, she never imagined that strangers thousands of kilometres away would soon bring the hope her family desperately needed.
Esmerelda lives with her three young sons and husband Kostadin in an unfinished home in Bulgaria. They share one room, with no inside bathroom or toilet. Kostadin works hard, but jobs are scarce and wages are low. Every day, the family struggles to afford basic necessities—even putting food on the table.
"There were moments when despair almost overwhelmed me. We knew we needed to buy both food and nappies, but we didn't know what to do."
As Christmas approached, their hardships intensified. The freezing weather meant higher heating costs and the need for warm clothing. Without seasonal work, celebrating Christmas felt impossible.
Then help arrived.
When Ventsislav from Mission Without Borders delivered a Box of Hope to their door, it was more than just food and supplies—it was a message that they are not alone, not forgotten.
"I didn't think we would eat so much at Christmas!" beamed five-year-old Mladen, as his younger brothers Joan and Krasimir excitedly discovered the delicious treats inside.
"This package means we can have a special meal together," Esmerelda said with tears in her eyes. "It's not just food; it's love and kindness. This will be a Christmas to remember."
What Your $50 Box of Hope Provides
Every box is filled with essentials, treats, and the message of God's love
Rice & Pasta
Staple foods to sustain families through winter
Canned Meats
Protein-rich foods for growing children
Sweets & Treats
Special Christmas joy for kids
Tea & Sugar
Warmth and comfort during cold months
Cereals & Oil
Essential cooking supplies
The Message of Christ
Christian literature and Hope
32,000 Families Are Waiting
Winter is the toughest time for families living in poverty across Eastern Europe. With fewer jobs available, roads blocked by snow, and heating costs rising, mothers like Esmerelda face impossible choices every day.
This Christmas, you can bring them hope.
32,000
Boxes Needed
6
Countries Served
$50
Changes Everything
"Without the open hearts of donors, without their empathy and generosity, we wouldn't be able to help families like Esmerelda's. Every box we deliver is an expression of Christ's love and compassion and the hope He gives us. Every smile we see on the faces of these families is proof that kindness and compassion can change the world."Ventsislav, Mission Coordinator, Bulgaria
