6 Festival for Street Children of Bangladesh
đ Mojar Schoolâs 6 Core Festivals â A Year of Joy & Dignity for Street Children
At Mojar School, festivals are more than celebrationsâthey are opportunities to restore dignity, joy, and belonging to children who grow up without it. Each event brings nutrition, love, and new experiences to the streets of Bangladesh.
đ 1. Mojar School Cake Festival
A mass birthday party where every child gets cake, balloons, and the memory of being celebrated.
Impact: Introduces street children to birthday celebrations and the idea of being cherished. Children experience love, joy, and the sweetness of shared memories.
Location: All UTSMS points and permanent centers.
Tentative Month: January
History: Inspired by the idea that every child deserves to feel special, the Cake Festival started as a symbolic birthday celebration for street children who donât know their birthdate.
Highlight: Everyone shares cake, sings songs, and children get their âfirst birthday memory.â
đ 2. Mojar School Sports Day
A day of races, football, and prizes that builds teamwork, confidence, and smiles.
Impact: Encourages teamwork, physical fitness, confidence, and discipline. Many children experience sports gear and organized play for the first time.
Location: Local fields/playgrounds near each UTSMS and branch.
Tentative Month: FebruaryâMarch
History: Sports Day was started to develop soft skills like discipline, leadership, and healthy competition among underprivileged children.
Highlight: Children participate in races, football, and fun games. Winning prizes boosts morale.
đ 3. Mojar School Fruits Festival
A feast of mangoes, litchis, and guavas for 1,000+ kidsâfighting hunger with seasonal nutrition.
Impact: Provides essential nutrition and educates children on healthy eating. It often becomes the first time many taste a variety of fruits.
Location: UTSMS centers, supported by local donors.
Tentative Month: JuneâJuly
History: Launched during a summer season when fruit supply is high; this festival was born from the need to introduce fruits in childrenâs diets.
đ 4. Mojar School Eid Festival
New clothes, Eid meals, and joy for children who otherwise have no way to celebrate.
Impact: Ensures street children experience the joy of Eid, receive new clothes, delicious meals, and feel a sense of community and equality.
Location: Across all Mojar School locations.
Tentative Month: Ramadan & Eid (Varies â April for Eid-ul-Fitr, June or later for Eid-ul-Adha)
History: One of the oldest traditions at Mojar School, this festival bridges cultural gaps and uplifts spiritual and emotional well-being.
Highlight: Qurbani meal distribution, iftar with donors, and Eid clothes for all students.
đ 5. Mojar School Anondo Utshob
A grand Qurbani feast, stage shows, and red double-decker bus ridesâa royal celebration for forgotten children.
Impact: A mega celebration of joy, colors, creativity, and freedom. Children showcase talents and engage with volunteers, donors, and families.
Location: Centralized event, often held in Dhaka with divisional replicas.
Tentative Month: SeptemberâOctober
History: Inspired by the spirit of âAnondoâ (joy), this festival is a fusion of childrenâs day and cultural expression.
Highlight: Dance, music, art displays, and award-giving ceremony for regular students and volunteers.
đ§Ŗ 6. Mojar School Winter Festival
Blankets, warm food, and hugs during harsh winter days for kids who sleep on footpaths.
Impact: Distributes warm clothes, blankets, and organizes a hot meal party to protect vulnerable children from harsh winter.
Location: Dhaka, Barishal, Mymensingh, and other cold-prone zones.
Tentative Month: December
History: Launched during a brutal winter when children were suffering from cold; this festival turned into an annual event focused on care and comfort.
Highlight: Blanket drives, community meals, and volunteer-led gift-giving sessions.
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đ Why This Festival Matters
- đŋ A rare chance for street children to eat fresh, seasonal, and hygienic fruits
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- đ¤ Builds emotional connections through food sharing
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- đ§ Supports physical growth, energy, and concentration
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- đ¨ Creates colorful, memorable moments in the childrenâs lives
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- đ Volunteers engage directly in hands-on service
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- đ Since 2013, it has been a signature Mojar School summer tradition
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