When her mother asked her what she wanted to do with the money she had earned, Paula immediately had an answer: "I want to donate everything. To children in Africa." The idea was born, and her mother quickly thought of a former colleague. Lukas Schäfer, the founder of the Kisoboka e.V. association, had established a kindergarten for orphans and disadvantaged children in Uganda, which opened in 2022.
Paula was thrilled with the idea of donating the proceeds from her stones to Kisoboka e.V. Curiously, she looked at the pictures of the kindergarten on Instagram and learned how the children live, learn, and play there. Motivated, Paula got to work, painting one stone after another and selling her little artworks to neighbors, friends, and relatives.
With prices between 50 cents and 1.50 euros, Paula collected a total of 100 euros – an impressive result for a young artist. Just before Christmas, her donation was transferred to the association via PayPal – a moment full of pride and joy. But Paula didn't want to send just money: she also wrote a personal letter to the children in Uganda, which the family sent to the association by email. Now Paula is eagerly awaiting a response from Uganda.
“Paula shows with her hand-painted Saar stones that Christmas miracles can begin in small ways. Her commitment to children in Uganda is an impressive example of charity and solidarity. Such acts make our city of St. Ingbert a special place. For that, I say thank you very much” – Dr. Ulli Meyer, Mayor
With her great commitment and the support of her family, Paula shows that even small actions can have a big impact. Her self-painted Saar stones are not only works of art but also a symbol of hope and solidarity.
Kisoboka – this means "It is possible" in Luganda. Paula has proven that this name is programmatic.
Information about the project: www.kisoboka.de
