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Creating Change to Empower Albanian Youth

Every kid wants to be an all-star some day, and here is your chance to make that possibility come true for Albanian youth under the first program for Albanian youth of the newly formed Korçarët Ndihmojnë Korçarët Korce Community Foundation  — the first and only Albanian Community Foundation.

We are working together with Partners Albania for Change and Development, Smile.al and the Credins Bank Foundation, and Alphaplan and Code for Albania.

Together, we would like to raise $30,000 to:  

• What we are doing with partners #1
• What we are doing with partners #2
• Support 15 promising youth from less well-off families to participate in the Code for Albania Camp in Korce in 2026

So far we have raised about $15,000 as follows:

• $8,000 Partners Albania Giving Circle Gala in October 2024
• $5,000 Yvonne Naum
• $2,000 Global Albanians Foundation and Mark Kosmo

We see this as an opportunity to now embark on a new and more ambitious chapter to not only empower more Albanian youth with tech skills, but also to help identify and support future Albanian tech entrepreneurs and widen their engagement with the Albanian diaspora — and particularly Albanian Diaspora Tech Entrepreneurs.

We’re excited to see this program continue to grow and empower even more groups of young people who go on to create startups, succeed in universities, and make a real difference for Albania by 2030.

We would greatly appreciate your support.  Together, we can make a lasting impact on Albania’s youth and their future!

Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable and greatly appreciated.

OriginAL’s mission is to bring thousands of Albanian youth on a free trip to our homeland countries every year that will:

• Connect and strengthen their Albanian identity and belonging;
• Provide an immersive cultural and educational experience;
• Build bridges for Albanian youth worldwide to network and collaborate.

Every December, alpinists dressed as superheroes descend from the tallest buildings in Kosovo to bring joy, hope, and gifts to children who need it most.

This unique end-of-year tradition has become one of the most heartwarming events in our country — followed by thousands of families, volunteers, and supporters.

This year, with your help, we will bring the magic to even more children.

Around 150–200 children in each city will receive holiday gift packages, bringing smiles to those who need it most.

What Your Donation Supports:

• Deliver holiday gift packages to children in hospitals and low-income communities;
• Train over 50 alpinists and volunteers for safe urban rope performances;
• Organize public superhero shows in Prishtina, Ferizaj, Gjakova, Mitrovica, Podujeva & Skenderaj;
• Promote inclusion, joy, and a sense of belonging among children;
• Strengthen a beloved tradition that inspires philanthropy and community unity.

Superheroes 2025 – Event Dates:
• 05 December – Prishtina, Pediatric Clinic
• 13 December – Skenderaj
• 20 December – Ferizaj
• 21 December – Mitrovica
• 27 December – Podujeva
• 28 December – Gjakova

Together, we can bring light, excitement, and kindness to children across Kosovo this holiday season. Become part of the magic. Support “Superheroes for Kids 2025” today.

This year, 10 finalists for the Neo Science Olympiad have earned the opportunity to travel to:

• Orlando, USA – January 2026
• New York, USA – July 2026

to represent Kosovo in these prestigious international competitions which will include over 800 student participants from around the world in the fields of mathematics, natural sciences, physics, chemistry, and biology.

Participation Cost per Student: $2,000

This includes:

 Flight ticket – $800
 Accommodation – $600
 Meals & local transportation – $400
 Registration & preparation – $200

Your donation will directly support these talented students — covering essential travel and participation costs — allowing them to fulfill their dream of representing Kosovo globally.

How Your Donation Can Make a Difference

• $2,000 fully sponsors one student’s participation
• $500 contributes to travel and accommodation
• $100 supports meals and materials
• $50 helps cover registration and preparation

Let’s help these brilliant young minds bring Kosovo’s name to the world stage!

 Organized by the Kosova Global Talent Center,  that supports talented children and youth through Olympiads, STEM programs, and international collaboration.

More info: +383 45 389 365
 www.globaltalent-ks.com

The results speak for themselves:

• Game Jam Albania 2023 brought together 120+ participants (40% women), guided by 10 regional mentors. Over a single weekend, 10 teams developed 9 new game prototypes, with 3 winning teams awarded for their achievements.
• Game Jam Albania 2024 grew even stronger, hosting 150+ participants (35% women), supported by 15 mentors. This time, 15 teams created 13 game prototypes, and the winning team earned the chance to represent Albania at Gamescom 2024, one of the world’s largest gaming conferences.

A game jam is more than a competition. It is a creative marathon, where programmers, artists, designers, and gaming enthusiasts unite around a theme, revealed only at the start of the jam. The participants work for 48 hours non-stop at the same space, where they are offered  meals and refreshments, tools and mentoring sessions from many regional and international mentors. At the end, an international jury evaluates the prototypes and awards prizes to the top three teams. For many, it’s their first step into the world of game development.

From its early beginnings, Game Jam Albania has grown into the largest gaming event in the country, inspiring new talents, building friendships, and opening doors to opportunities that once felt out of reach. Now, in its third edition, we are taking a bold step forward: to make Game Jam Albania a community-powered event, built for the community, by the community.

This campaign is about more than just one event. It is about laying the foundation for an emerging creative industry in Albania:

• A space where creativity meets technology.
• A community where young people can learn, collaborate, and grow together.
• A movement that connects Albania with the global gaming and tech world.

By donating, you are investing in Albania’s creative future. You are giving young people the chance to dream bigger, to create freely, and to place Albania firmly on the global map of gaming and technology.

How you can help power our mission:

• Donate: Every contribution counts. Your support directly fuels the growth of young creators in Albania.
• Share: Spread the word with your friends, family, and on social media. Your advocacy can multiply our impact.
• Volunteer: Your time and skills can make a real difference. Join us in building opportunities for Albania’s next generation of innovators.
  

Together, we can build more than games, we can build opportunities, careers, and a thriving community of imagination and innovation.

Join us. Support Game Jam Albania 3.0 and the long-term growth of Albania’s young talents.
Let’s level up, together.

About C4Communities

C4Communities is an organization dedicated to enhancing, supporting, and empowering collaboration within technology and creative industries in Albania. As the creator of the Community Building Program, C4C helps grassroots initiatives grow into sustainable communities with global reach and impact. Through this program, C4C provides guidance and support to the Albanian Gaming Community in achieving their mission and long-term objectives.

About the Albanian Gaming Community

The Albanian Gaming Community (AGC) is the largest collective of gaming enthusiasts, developers, and creatives in the country. It serves as the central hub for young talent passionate about gaming and game development. Through events, meetups, and collaborations, AGC nurtures new creators, builds bridges with the international gaming industry, and fosters a culture of creativity and innovation. Its flagship yearly event is Game Jam Albania, which has become the biggest gathering of game developers in the country.

Historically, the oda was the center of authority — a space where men gathered to speak, decide, and lead, while women were both physically and symbolically excluded. We are reclaiming that space to include women and girls! F’Oda is where girls come together to share, resist, organize, and grow — not individually, but collectively.

We are a grassroots feminist collective founded and led by a team of Albanian girls from the diaspora. We organize across Kosovo, the Balkans, and Albanian diaspora communities through:

• Collective activism against gender-based and sexual violence
  
• Mental health advocacy and trauma-informed healing
  
• Dismantling patriarchal norms that shape every level of our society
  
• Artistic expression as a form of resistance and truth-telling
  
• Intergenerational mentorship and leadership development
  
• Creating spaces that are not only safe, but nourishing 

Our work goes beyond programming; we also build partnerships with NGOs, community organizers, independent activists, and political institutions to bring collective pressure, visibility, and systemic accountability to the issues affecting Albanian women and girls.

We are proud to partner with Action for Mothers and Children (AMC Kosova) — a leading institution in maternal and child health — to expand our reach and deepen our impact.

This $20,000 fundraiser sustains the core of our organizing — our operations, strategy, and ability to lead long-term transformation.

Thank you for believing in this work. F’Oda is a collective — and that means it belongs to all of us. We invite you to build it with us!

In Kosovo, too many talented and motivated young people face financial and social barriers that prevent them from pursuing higher education. That’s where the “Lulëzojnë” Scholarship Program comes in – a youth-driven initiative by TOKA, Kosovo’s leading youth development organization.

TOKA’s goal: To support 15 deserving young people from marginalized communities so they can start or continue their university studies in 2025–2026. Each scholarship recipient will receive support to cover tuition, housing, food, books, technology, or mental health services.

Note: 20% of your donation supports the administration and program implementation. This brings the total value of each scholarship to $1,400, which helps students cover school fees, housing, health-related expenses, books, laptops, and other essential academic tools.

Why “Lulëzojnë”?

“Lulëzojnë” means “they bloom” in Albanian, and this is exactly what we want to help these youth do: bloom with opportunity, with purpose, and with the education they deserve.

This scholarship doesn’t just support students financially – it empowers them to stay engaged in their communities, develop leadership skills, and become role models for others.

Who Are the Scholarships For?

We prioritize students who are:

• From low-income or rural backgrounds
• First-generation college students
• Girls and young women
• From non-majority communities or with disabilities
• Committed to giving back through community service

How Your Donation Helps

No matter the amount — whether it’s $50 or $5,000 — your donation will directly support students who need it the most. Thanks to TOKAs and the Global Albanians Foundation partnership, your contribution is tax-deductible in the U.S. and will help us reach our fundraising goal by October 1, 2025.

Together, we can empower these young people to build a future filled with dignity, education, and meaningful contributions to their communities.

Donate now and join the movement to help youth in Kosovo thrive.

Participants in OriginAL will engage in immersive experiences, exploring the cultural heritage, history, language, and traditions of Kosovo and Albania. The program aims to strengthen participants’ sense of identity and deepen their understanding of their ancestral roots.

For the first time this year, OriginAL offers flexibility by allowing applicants to choose their preferred participation period. This innovation ensures that more young individuals can participate in this life-changing opportunity at a time that best suits their schedules.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be of Albanian heritage.
• Aged between 18 and 24 years.
• Interest in cultural and historical exploration.

How to Apply:

To apply or to find out more about eligibility criteria and program details, please click the link below.

APPLY HERE