A new step towards better child healthcare in Bulgaria
On February 20, 2025 in the city of Dobrich the official opening of the completely renovated Children's Department of Dobrich HospitalThis is the 10th project implemented under the initiative "Firefly" on For The Good Foundation, with the support of America for Bulgaria Foundation, the hospital, dozens of donors and volunteers from the local community.
The event was not just an opening. It was a true celebration of solidarity, united energy and the belief that children in Bulgaria deserve quality care and a dignified healing environment.
The mission is possible when we unite.
"Today we made another dream come true. For the 11th time, we proved that when people unite around a meaningful cause, #Mission is Possible," he shared. Nadezhda Rangelova, Chairman of the For Good Foundation.
The new pediatric ward in Dobrich offers modern, colorful and functional hospital environment, which improves the daily lives not only of children and their parents, but also of the medical team.
During the opening, a water blessing ceremony was held by Father Peter, who donated an icon of Saint Stiliyan - the patron saint of children - to the department. The event was attended by the Mayor of Dobrich, Yordan Yordanov, representatives of the Municipal Council, donors, citizens and partners.
Students from Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski" and children from the "Slaveyche" Kindergarten greeted the guests with songs and dances - a symbol of joy and hope.
Heartfelt gratitude to everyone who made this transformation possible:
💙 America for Bulgaria Foundation
💙 Esseterre Bulgaria
💙 Dobr Hospitalhttps://mbal-dobrich.com/ich
💙 Over 35 individual and corporate donors
💙 Volunteers from the Dobrich community
Why is the Firefly Project so important?
Firefly Project is a comprehensive initiative of the For Good Foundation, which transforms children's hospital wards in Bulgaria in an environment close to home. The goal is for children to feel safe, calm and cared for, and for medical staff to work under better conditions.
Firefly is not only a major overhaul, but also:
1. Functional transformation of premises
2. Creating a healing environment
3. Change in public attitudes
Each room in the renovated pediatric ward has a separate comfortable kitchenette, designed specifically for parents and caregivers of child patients. These areas are designed with the daily needs of families during their hospital stay in mind.
The kitchen nooks are equipped with a refrigerator, electric kettle for hot water and microwave ovenso that loved ones can calmly and comfortably store and prepare food on sitewithout having to leave the ward.
Creating this type of functionality is part of the overall philosophy of a project. "Firefly".
We renovate not only the children's rooms, but also the premises for the medical staff
Within a project "Firefly", The For Good Foundation renews not only children's hospital rooms, but also all rooms used by medical staff.
Our approach is holistic – we believe that high-quality care for children begins with caring for the people who are next to them every day. That is why with every transformation of a children's ward, we are also renovating doctors' rooms, nursing rooms, treatment rooms, bathrooms and rest areas.
The update includes:
- Modern interior and functional furniture
- Better workspace organization
- Comfortable and clean environment, meeting modern medical standards
Our goal is clear: to provide better working conditions for doctors and nursesso that they can focus entirely on what is most important – treating and caring for the children.
🔹 A better hospital environment for staff also means more motivated teams, more efficient work and higher quality of medical care.
Project "Firefly" not just repairs, but builds an environment in which children, parents and medical teams feel safe, supported and respected.
A hospital that doesn't look like a hospital
See what the renovated pediatric ward at Dobrich Hospital looks like after the transformation project "Firefly".
Every detail is created with care - for the children, the parents and the medical team. Colorful walls, cozy rooms, play areas and functional spaces - a hospital that doesn't look like a hospital.
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