Medellín · February 2026
Project Colombia
In February 2026 Make A Kid Happy travelled to Medellín to support children living in vulnerable communities and help turn their dreams into reality. Together with our partners we focused on fulfilling children's wishes, creating opportunities, and documenting powerful stories that deserve to be heard.
One story stood out
Camila's fight is not over.
When we first met Camila in Medellín we met a young girl with an extraordinary dream. At just thirteen years old she dreamed of becoming a professional football player. Her determination, resilience and love for the game inspired everyone around her. Through our project we committed to helping her pursue that dream by covering her football expenses, transport, equipment and development opportunities for a full year.
Shortly after our visit we received devastating news: Camila was diagnosed with a serious illness. For a moment it felt as if her dream was slipping away. The football fields that once represented hope became overshadowed by uncertainty, hospital visits and difficult treatments.
But if there is one thing Camila has taught us, it is that giving up is never an option.
Today our mission remains the same. We continue to stand beside Camila and her family, supporting her journey and fighting together for her future. Her dream may look different today, but it is still alive. And so is our commitment to her.
On the ground
What started as a project became a promise.
We worked in Medellín in partnership with Stichting Nowruz and Niños del Futuro. While Stichting Nowruz organised the Somos El Futuro football tournament, our mission centred on creating opportunities, fulfilling children's dreams, and telling stories that deserve to be heard.
Throughout our time there we met children facing challenges many of us can hardly imagine. Yet despite difficult circumstances, we found ambition, talent and hope in every corner of the community.
Alongside the fundraising for Camila we started production of a documentary capturing the lives, dreams and realities of children and families in the community of La Honda. Through authentic storytelling we aim to give a voice to those whose stories are rarely heard.
A promise to keep supporting children like Camila. A promise to keep sharing their stories. And a promise to remind the world that every child deserves the opportunity to dream, no matter where they come from.
Somos El Futuro
Nowruz × Make A Kid Happy × Niños del Futuro. Three organisations, one goal: a street football tournament that brings young people from different neighbourhoods together. Beyond the games we provide direct support to talented youth, practical aid such as beds and sports materials, and we document stories of strength and resilience.
- Street football tournament
- Direct youth support
- Documentary
What the project delivers
Educational & material support
Providing school supplies, clothing, toys and essential materials to support children's development and dignity.
Every small item becomes a building block for confidence, stability and growth.
Community building
A dedicated building is being constructed to serve as a safe and structured place for the academy and community activities.
This space will offer stability, belonging and a foundation for long-term impact.
Joyful events & connection
Through local events and activities we create moments where children can simply be children: playing, laughing, connecting and dreaming.
On 13 April 2025 a benefit indoor football tournament helped raise funds and strengthen collaboration between partners.
Storytelling
A documentary in production in La Honda, capturing the lives, dreams and realities of children and families in the community.
Because the stories that are rarely heard are often the ones that change the most minds.
Support this project
Your gift goes to football access, equipment and transport for young players in Medellín, to the community building, and to the documentary that carries their stories further than we can.
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Every euro goes to the community in Medellín.
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