About the Foundation

We help children from socially disadvantaged backgrounds fulfil their potential and achieve their dreams. We support education, leisure activities, talent development and mental health. We believe that every child deserves the chance to show what they are made of - no matter where they come from.

The Foundation was established by Simona Kijonková, one of the Czech Republic’s most successful entrepreneurs. Thanks to her support, we are able to help children and organizations through grants, operate the Smajlíček centers, and be present wherever our help is needed most.

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Simona's childhood was not easy and she soon learned how difficult it is to break free from an environment where success is not expected. Her story shows that background does not have to determine the future.

That's why she decided to help children from disadvantaged backgrounds, single-parent families, or those who lack the resources for education and leisure activities.

Simona Kijonková changed her destiny and is now one of the most successful Czech entrepreneurs. She does not forget her past and, through her Foundation, gives children the chance to access opportunities that she herself did not have in her childhood.

Our Foundation's

Goals

Our goal is to support children from socially disadvantaged backgrounds so that they can fully develop their potential and achieve their dreams, especially in these areas.
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Education and school activities
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Active and meaningful spending of free time
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Development of exceptional sports and arts talent
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Mental health support

Project Smajlíček

We operate Smajlíček leisure centers, where children can spend their time safely and meaningfully. Our centers offer a variety of activities, from sports and tutoring to hobby groups and creative activities, to the development of each child's skills and talents. We want children to have the space to try new things, learn and discover their strengths. We provide a safe space where children can just be children and discover the world at their own pace.

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Our team

Simona Kijonková

Founder and Chairwoman of the Board

Barbora Bachmeierová

Director and Vice-Chairwoman of the Board

Jaromír Kijonka

Member of the Board

Michal Kubuš

Auditor

Klára Chadzivasilis

Smajlíček Project Manager

Tereza Kotková

Communications Manager

Renáta B. Chlebková

Fundraising & Donor Relations

Anna Leharová

Foundation Assistant

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110 00 Prague 1 - Nové Město

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