Movement for recovery: equipping a sports room at the Crisis Centre in Veliko Tarnovo

About this cause

Surya Foundation is running a campaign to equip a sports and physical activity room at the Crisis Centre in Veliko Tarnovo. The goal is to create a safe, functional and accessible space for movement that becomes part of the recovery process for people who have lived through severe crisis situations.

The crisis centre provides protection and support for children and adults who have experienced domestic violence, human trafficking and other traumatic events. In this context, physical activity isn't a luxury — it's an important part of caring for mental and emotional health.
With this campaign, we want to create a place where movement helps with recovery, releases tension and gradually brings back the sense of personal strength and control.

With the funds raised, we'll equip a sports room at the crisis centre by providing:
a rubberised floor surface, suitable for sports and fitness activities;
an inflatable punching bag with boxing gloves;
a pilates ball;
a set of dumbbells;
an exercise bike;
a multifunctional exercise bench;
a stepper;
and other suitable sports equipment, tailored to the age and abilities of the residents.
The room will be used for both individual and group activities, tailored to the needs and state of the people at the centre.

Because recovery isn't just about talking and support — it's also about working with the body.
Physical activity helps reduce stress and anxiety, releases built-up tension and supports emotional stabilisation. For people who have lived through violence and trauma, movement is often the first step towards rebuilding the connection with their body and the sense of personal strength.
The lack of a properly equipped space currently limits the chance for sport to be fully used as part of the support the crisis centre provides. Creating a sports room will give the recovery process another lasting tool.

The planned sports room will be a natural extension of the supportive environment at the crisis centre. It will be a place where movement isn't violence against the body but care for it. A space for stability, self-confidence and gradually building new, healthy habits.
With your help, we can create a space that strengthens the body, calms the mind and brings back confidence.
Thank you for being with us.
Administrative fee:
7% of the donated amount goes towards covering Surya Foundation's administrative costs, which ensure the effective management and transparency of the campaign.

Recipient name: Surya Foundation IBAN: BG78UNCR70001525676649 BIC: UNCRBGSF
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