{"id":6293,"date":"2025-04-04T16:33:24","date_gmt":"2025-04-04T13:33:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rytasvilnius.lt\/en\/?p=6293"},"modified":"2025-11-05T16:03:39","modified_gmt":"2025-11-05T14:03:39","slug":"rytas-suvienijo-jegas-su-gelbekit-vaikus-kartu-kovos-uz-laiminga-vaikyste","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rytasvilnius.lt\/en\/news\/rytas-suvienijo-jegas-su-gelbekit-vaikus-kartu-kovos-uz-laiminga-vaikyste\/","title":{"rendered":"Rytas Vilnius Teams Up with Gelb\u0117kit vaikus \u2013 Fighting for a Happy Childhood"},"content":{"rendered":"

Rytas Vilnius continues its social mission Together Against All<\/em>, and this April the team will compete not only for victories on the court but also for children for whom a safe environment can be just a dream. Basketball is more than a game \u2013 it builds a strong community, inspires, and gives hope that every day can be better. This month, fans are invited to join Rytas Vilnius in supporting the Gelb\u0117kit vaikus<\/em> mission, helping our youngest future champions.<\/p>\n

During all home games in April, a portion of ticket sales will be donated to children for whom a safe and happy childhood is not a given. This is just one way to contribute. Throughout the month, a special auction will also take place, allowing fans to purchase Rytas Vilnius game jerseys, with all proceeds going to the organization, which dedicates its time and care to this noble mission. Every contribution \u2013 whether buying a ticket, participating in the auction, or donating via SMS \u2013 makes a fan a hero and reinforces that kindness is everyone\u2019s greatest victory.<\/p>\n

\u201cRytas Vilnius fans have repeatedly shown that they are part of a community, a big family where no one is left out. As a club, we feel a responsibility not only toward our athletes and supporters but also toward those for whom even our smallest gesture can be the best gift in life. Children are our future \u2013 future scientists, artists, athletes, and champions \u2013 so we want to give them as many opportunities as possible to grow up in a safe environment, with a childhood full of joy and support,\u201d said Rytas Vilnius Director Jaroslav Latu\u0161inskij.<\/p>\n

Gelb\u0117kit vaikus<\/em> has operated in Lithuania for over 30 years, ensuring that every child has the right to grow up loved, safe, and cared for. The organization supports families, children\u2019s day centers, and children who have experienced violence or lost their homes.<\/p>\n

\u201cCaring for emotional health is like daily hygiene. Emotional skills begin forming in childhood, so the earlier we introduce children to emotions, the easier it is for them to recognize, express, and regulate their feelings,\u201d said Gelb\u0117kit vaikus<\/em> General Director Laura Mil\u010dien\u0117. \u201cIt\u2019s important for adults to speak openly about emotions as well. When children see and hear trusted adults discussing feelings, they understand that everyone experiences emotions \u2013 and that\u2019s normal. When visible, respected people talk about children\u2019s emotional health, it has a greater impact \u2013 changing societal attitudes and creating a healthier, more open environment for growing up.\u201d<\/p>\n

Ways to support the initiative:<\/p>\n