Record Christmas Project

New homes. Renovations. Thousands of gifts.

This Christmas season reminded us why we do this work.

Because for some families, the holidays weren’t about decorations or celebrations — they were about safety, warmth, and finally having a place to call home.

This year, we purchased a new home for the Marković family and immediately began renovations to make it truly livable. At the same time, we secured land for the Kočić family, taking the first step toward building a new home for them from the ground up. For the Filipović family, we launched a full renovation of their existing house, turning years of uncertainty into a future with dignity and stability.

Beyond homes, Christmas reached those who often feel forgotten. Thousands of gifts were delivered to orphanages and centers for children with disabilities across the region — moments of joy, care, and attention wrapped in something simple, but deeply meaningful.

This was a record Christmas Project not because of numbers, but because of impact — real lives changed, real hope restored.

15 Years. 15 Defining Moments.

October 16, 2011 — First Humanitarian Project: $1.5 Million Delivered to Kosovo
28. Jun launched its first humanitarian initiative by mobilizing Serbian communities across 80+ cities in 30 countries, delivering $1.5 million in medical supplies to the Health Center in Gračanica and establishing the foundation of a global humanitarian network.February 26, 2012 — Second Global Campaign Delivers $1.5 Million in Aid to Višegrad
28. Jun shipped a 40-foot container to Višegrad, Republika Srpska, delivering $1.5 million in humanitarian aid, including 800 pieces of medical equipment and one ton of winter clothing, supported by international partnerships and large-scale in-kind donations.

March 13, 2013 — Completion of “Srpske Zemlje, Srpski Rod” With $500,000 Medical Donation
The final shipment delivered $500,000 in medical equipment to the Clinical Center of Niš, completing a multi-year logistics operation and strengthening regional healthcare infrastructure. Hospital leadership described the donation as among the largest in Serbia’s history.

April 16, 2014 — Southeast Europe Flood Relief: Over 100 Tons of Aid Delivered
28. Jun coordinated a global emergency response, delivering more than 100 tons of humanitarian aid in partnership with the Serbian Red Cross. The effort was powered by a volunteer movement that would grow to over 3 million hours of service worldwide.

November 9, 2015 — #NoKosovoUNESCO Campaign Concludes Successfully
28. Jun led a global digital advocacy campaign that mobilized over 150,000 signatures, concluding with Kosovo’s UNESCO application being rejected by a three-vote margin.

May 23, 2016 — High-Level Participation at the UN World Humanitarian Summit
28. Jun attended the United Nations World Humanitarian Summit as the sole representative of the Western Balkans, meeting with global leaders and contributing field-based expertise on humanitarian response and civilian protection.

December 30, 2017 — The First Christmas Project Launches a Flagship Initiative
28. Jun launched its inaugural Christmas Project, delivering aid and gifts to 2,000+ children across Kosovo enclaves. The initiative became an annual commitment, expanding into year-round support for children’s homes and disability institutions.

May 28, 2018 — United Nations ECOSOC Special Consultative Status Granted
Following an 18-month review process, 28. Jun was granted UN ECOSOC Special Consultative Status, becoming the first humanitarian organization from the Western Balkans to receive this recognition.

June 28, 2019 — Global Support Network Surpasses 1.3 Million Subscribers
On Vidovdan, 28. Jun surpassed 1.3 million email subscribers. Combined with its social media presence, this network has since grown to over 3.4 million supporters worldwide, enabling rapid humanitarian mobilization across 120+ cities in 30 countries.

June 2, 2020 — National COVID-19 Emergency Response: $1 Million in Aid
During Serbia’s state of emergency, 28. Jun delivered over 100,000 pieces of protective equipment, distributed medical guidance to 200,000 healthcare workers, and supported emergency response efforts reaching over 10 million people.

January 30, 2021 — Novak and Jelena Djokovic Honored as Humanitarians of the Decade
28. Jun recognized Novak and Jelena Djokovic for a decade of humanitarian leadership, acknowledging Novak Djokovic as a long-time donor and supporter and reinforcing partnerships that sustained long-term humanitarian initiatives.

July 6, 2022 — 10 Million RSD Relief Delivered After the Sokobanja Tragedy
28. Jun delivered 10 million RSD in direct assistance to affected families and injured miners, alongside a memorial initiative in Aleksinac, reflecting a rapid crisis response grounded in dignity and remembrance.

August 2, 2023 — $610,000 in Humanitarian Aid Delivered From the U.S. to Syria
28. Jun completed one of the largest U.S.-to-Syria humanitarian shipments since the conflict began, extending its mission beyond the Western Balkans.

December 29, 2024 — Emergency Support for Families Affected by the Novi Sad Tragedy
28. Jun delivered 500,000 RSD to each affected family, distributing 100,000 AUD in direct assistance during the Christmas season through a transparent, family-centered relief effort.

September 4, 2025 — Surpassed $22 Million in Verified Humanitarian Aid Delivered
Since its founding, 28. Jun has surpassed $22 million in independently verified humanitarian aid, distributing over 250 tons of humanitarian supplies via volunteer-driven operations, cross-border logistics, and long-term partnerships.

Because of You: A Home for the Marković Family

Thanks to your incredible generosity, we have raised enough funds to purchase a modest new home chosen by the Marković family in their neighborhood. The family, which includes seven children, has been living in a one-bedroom house, and together we agreed that securing a proper home was the most urgent priority. The purchase will be officially completed on January 9, once the notary returns from the Christmas holiday.

The home will require renovations, and the family is still without some basic necessities, including beds for the children. To help cover these additional costs, we will be extending the fundraiser until Orthodox New Year (January 14). Please stay tuned for updates as we move forward.

On behalf of the Marković family, thank you for your kindness, solidarity, and for reminding them that there is no shame in not having, only dignity in compassion.

How to donate:

• PayPal: paypal.me/28jun

• Credit Card: 28jun.org/donate

• Dinarski račun: 265-1610310006606-88 / Šifra uplate: 287/288, Raiffeisen banka

The Marković family went viral after a video of their humble holiday meal was shared online and mocked across social media, reaching tens of millions of viewers. What should have been a private, dignified moment turned into public humiliation, with cruel comments and ridicule directed at the family for their poverty. The incident sparked widespread outrage and led to a rapid humanitarian response to support them.

9. godišnji Božićni projekat

Pomaže Bog,

U toplini Božićne sezone usmeravamo naše srce i snagu na 9. godišnji Božićni Projekat, posvećen deci kojoj je pomoć najpotrebnija: mališanima rođenim sa teškim smetnjama u razvoju i deci bez roditelja.

Godinama smo uz njih u njihovoj borbi i divimo se njihovoj snazi, kao i posvećenosti onih koji im svakodnevno pružaju zaštitu. Njihove skromne želje i iskreni osmesi podsećaju nas koliko naša humanost može da promeni njihove živote.

Zahvaljujući vama, ova deca imaju nadu, priliku da osete radost praznika i veruju u budućnost u kojoj nisu sami.

Učinite dobro delo danas. Poklonite detetu razlog za osmeh ovog Božića.

• Dinarski račun: 265-1610310006606-88 / Svrha uplate: 287 / Raiffeisen Banka

• PayPal: info@28jun.org

• Credit Card: https://28jun.org/donate

Ulazimo u našu 15. godinu

Entering Our 15th Year

Prvi projekat organizacije 28. Jun, namenjen pomoći Srbima na Kosovu i Metohiji, pokrenut je sredinom oktobra 2011. godine. Iz poštovanja prema godišnjici novosadske tragedije odlučili smo da ove godine preskočimo obeležavanje našeg jubileja. Kako ulazimo u petnaestu godinu našeg rada, proslavićemo je kroz 15 specijalnih projekata posvećenih kulturi, omladini i humanitarnom radu, koji će biti realizovani do kraja 2026. godine. Ostanite uz nas i hvala vam na vašoj podršci.

Donacije dostavljene u Dom „Duško Radović“ i Manastir Svete Petke

Naša nedavna poseta Domu „Duško Radović“ u Nišu i Manastiru Svete Petke u Paraćinu ostavila je dubok utisak na sve nas. Zahvaljujući vašoj podršci, doneli smo sportsku opremu i paketiće deci u Nišu, kao i higijenska sredstva i prehrambene proizvode za Manastir Svete Petke.

U Nišu su nas deca dočekala raširenih ruku, vodila kroz prostorije koje su uredili prema sopstvenim željama, a vreme provedeno u igri, razgovoru i smehu podsetilo nas je na prave vrednosti. Zaposleni u domu pružaju deci ljubav, pažnju i sigurnost – čineći da se svako dete oseća viđeno i voljeno.

U Manastiru Svete Petke susrele smo se s tihom snagom i nesebičnom posvećenošću. Danas tamo boravi gotovo 90 osoba, a monahinje im pružaju ne samo negu, već i duhovnu podršku, svakog dana, u svakom trenutku. Teško je opisati koliko ljubavi i dobrote smo osetili – „to su anđeli na zemlji“, kako reče jedna od sestara.

Zahvalne smo što smo imale priliku da prenesemo vašu pomoć i još jednom osetimo snagu zajedništva i humanosti.

Donirali smo po 500.000 dinara svakoj porodici pogođenoj tragedijom u Novom Sadu

Ove božićne sezone, porodice koje su izgubile svoje voljene u tragediji u Novom Sadu ostaju u našim srcima i molitvama. U znak naše solidarnosti i jedinstva, donirali smo 100.000 AUD da pružimo podršku i pokažemo da nisu sami u ovim teškim trenucima. Donacija predstavlja više od finansijske pomoći – to je izraz podrske,saosećanja i zajedništva koji nas povezuje. Kroz ovaj gest želimo da pokažemo našu ujedinjenost u bolu i odlučnost da pružimo utehu onima kojima je najpotrebnija. Verujemo da zajedništvo ima moć da donese svetlost i nadu čak i u najmračnijim trenucima. Naš narod stoji uz porodice ne samo danas, već i u danima koji dolaze, želeći da zajedno prevaziđemo sve prepreke i obnovimo snagu zajednice.

Porodice su ohrabrene podrškom cele Srbije, dok su naši viralni snimci za ovu akciju dostigli 10 miliona pregleda. Mihajlo Veruović, poznatiji kao Voyage, predvodio je podršku poznatih i proglašen je za Humanitarca godine od strane organizacije 28. Jun. Uključeni su bili pevaci Aleksandra Prijović, Saša Kovačević, Teodora Džehverović, Saša Matić i Milica Todorović; glumci Pavle Mensur, Miona Marković i Sloboda Mićalović; NBA igrači Nikola Topić i Tristan Vukčević; igrači fudbalske reprezentacije Nemanja Gudelj, Ivan Ilić, Saša Lukić i Nemanja Radonjić; te influenseri Aleksandra Bezmaravić Stević, Vladimir Zvekić, Boris Malagurski i Jovan Radulović. Fondacija Exit bila je jedini veći korporativni donator, a jedine medijske pokrivenosti su obezbedili Nova, Serbian Times i 192.RS.

Odložili smo ovo saopštenje da bismo izbegli politizaciju i omogućili porodicama da nastave sa samostalnim prikupljanjem sredstava. Sva plaćanja su izvršena u decembru 2024. godine,kroz potpuno transparentan proces. Iako je tragično izgubljeno 15 života, Teodora Martinko i Vukašin Crnčević se idalje bore za svoje živote. Pozivamo vas da direktno donirate kako biste podržali njihov oporavak.

Zvona koja će se čuti vekovima

Zvona hrama Sv. Mučenika Jasenovačkih po prvi put su odjeknula u Knežpolju, uoči Vidovdana, naše slave i imendana naše organizacije. Tom prilikom, predstavnici naše organizacije imali su izuzetnu čast da kumuju jednom od tri zvona, kao i da, nakon osveštavanja tokom Svete Liturgije, narodnog okupljanja i same postavke zvona, po prvi put pokrenu njihov gromki zvuk.

Ne postoje reči kojima bismo opisali zahvalnost i ponos što, nakon godina aktivnog učešća u izgradnji ovog Hrama, od samih temelja, možemo da prisustvujemo ovako svečanom i simboličnom činu.

Ganuti što učestvujemo u izgradnji nečega što je mnogo veće od svih nas, želeli bismo da izrazimo duboku zahvalnost Njegovom Preosveštenstvu g. Jefremu, Episkopu Banjalučkom, na dodeljenoj Arhijerejskoj gramati našoj organizaciji i našem predstavniku.

Sa željom da nas zvuk naših zvona sve okuplja i održava pamćenje stradalničke sudbine naših Sv. Mučenika Jasenovačkih, od srca se zahvaljujemo svim našim saradnicima i prijateljima, koji su nas podržali i pokazali izuzetnu veru u ovom, mirna srca možemo reći, životnom projektu izgradnje našeg Hrama.

S ljubavlju i zahvalnošću,
Tim 28. Juna

Prolećna Humanitarna Akcija

Help us renovate the “Sv. Petka” orphanage for children with special needs in Paracin!

For our Spring 2024 Humanitarian Project, we aim to renovate the “Sv. Petka” Monastery and orphanage for children with special needs in Paracin. Our objective is to create a secure, nurturing environment for the children and youth with severe developmental disabilities, as well as those without parental care, who call it home. We first visited the nuns caring for the children at the “Sv. Petka” Monastery in the summer of 2014 and have continued to support them with numerous deliveries over the years. Now, exactly 10 years after our first visit, we are eager to support their amazing work once again.

We plan to coordinate fundraisers and awareness events worldwide, uniting the global Serbian community in supporting this orphanage. Contact aleksandrapjevalica@28jun.org to get involved!

Download and put up the High-Resolution Poster in your local community: https://ibb.co/NyvX8zd

Support us by making a donation through the following platforms:

• Credit Card: https://www.28jun.org/donate

• PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/28jun

• GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/f469c029

• SMS: Pošalji 1 na 1733

• Dinarski račun:
325950070019861430
OTP Banka
Dodati šifru plaćanja 288 ili 287

• Bank Transfer Austria (EU):
Name: Humanitäre Organisation 28.Jun
IBAN: AT372011184561424300
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Vision 2026

Vision 2026 represents a pivotal 30-month capital campaign, running from April 15, 2024, to our 15th anniversary on October 15, 2026. The initiative is focused on achieving three key goals:

• Maintaining 28. Jun’s status as one of the leading humanitarian organizations in Eastern Europe.

• Sustaining 28. Jun’s position as one of the premier lobbying organizations in the Western Balkans.

• Expanding 28. Jun’s role as an international disaster relief organization.

We will be allocating $6 million over the next 3 years to special projects aimed at achieving our goals. These projects will focus on key areas such as supporting vulnerable groups (children, women, and the elderly), addressing poverty and housing issues, improving healthcare and the environment, promoting sports and culture, and enhancing the economy and animal welfare.

We consider it our obligation to leverage our unique capabilities to take our mission to the next level during this period. This project stands as our most ambitious endeavor yet and will culminate in our 10th-anniversary Christmas project in the winter of 2026. We hope for your support as we strive to achieve the extraordinary before our 15th year.