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We help children who, for social and financial reasons, cannot count on sufficient support from their caregivers. We counteract children’s social exclusion and equalize their opportunities in the day homes run by us, which are created on the model of a family home. Children find a sense of security with us, confidence in their abilities, learn to dream and To realize these dreams. Why do we help? Click.
President of the Foundation’s Board of Directors.
Clinical psychologist, therapist, educator. Co-founder of the Caring Wings Foundation and owner of the Psychological Workshop. For many years she has been particularly close to the problems of families and children in need of daily help, socially neglected, poor, lonely. She helps the small and the big. A constant creator of new ideas. Effective in action. Open to the world and people. Loves nature, simplicity, home and meetings with loved ones. Decorated by the Polish Medical Association, awarded by the Polish National Committee of UNICEF, the Foundation We Give Children Strength , the Mayor of Praga-Południe district and the President of the Republic of Poland. Knight of the Order of the Smile.
Director of communications and fundraising.
A graduate of the Warsaw School of Economics, she has spent the last 20 years in the cultural industry. She was the former Director of Promotion and Distribution of Gutek Film. She also worked with film producers in charge of promotion and PR, as well as wellbeing. Creator of film series that have become a permanent part of the repertoire of cinemas
studios: Philosophical Meetings, High Heels Club. Culture inspires and supports her to work on personal development, and consequently to develop culture in business. In action, she helps
combine two, often opposing, important values – creativity and efficiency. She is certified by HEC Paris Boosting Creativity for Innovation and has completed the Psychological Leadership Academy organized by the TROP Group. She is focused on continuous learning.
m.kostro [at] fundacjajoannyradziwill.pl
Head of Projects and Finance
By training a finance specialist and a graduate of the Warsaw School of Economics (SGH), with over a decade of professional experience. Privately, she is an empathetic and attentive mother and wife. At the Foundation, she does what she truly enjoys and what gives her a sense of purpose — helping others. In addition to finance, she has also completed studies in graphic design. She loves solving puzzles, hiking via ferratas, and seeking unconventional solutions — both at work and in life.
k.chabiera [at] fundacjajoannyradziwill.pl
Communications Specialist.
Master’s Degree in Art History with a Specialization in Pedagogy and a Graduate of Fine Arts in Graphic Design. For many years she has been carrying out dedicated graphic design projects. She deals extensively with activities involving social media. Co-creates and supports communication and fundraising strategies. In her free time, she runs a cooking channel, takes photographs and creates video content. She brings to the Foundation her extraordinary calm and knowledge from her numerous competencies and interests.
b.kowalczyk [at] fundacjajoannyradziwill.pl
Educator of children aged 7 – 12 at the foundation’s Santa Claus House in the Warsaw branch.
Pedagogue, master’s degree in history – graduate of the National University “Ostrog Academy” in Ukraine. She has 8 years of experience as a lecturer in education in the areas of history
and jurisprudence, she also led a folklore circle. She did her pedagogical internship
at the Eastern European State University in Przemyśl. She enjoys working with children because the opportunity to participate in the development of a young person gives her a lot of satisfaction. She accompanies
children with attentiveness, bestowing her warmth and sense of humor on them, and they respond with joy and trust. She enjoys spending time reading books, learning Polish, baking sweets, and on the road – she likes to travel and ride her bicycle. In life, she follows the ethical principle “Treat others as you would want to be treated.”
l.myronchuk [at] foundationajoannaradziwill.pl
Educator of children aged 7 – 12 at the foundation’s Santa Claus House in the Warsaw branch.
She graduated with a degree in pedagogy in socio-cultural animation and cultural texts and sociology. During her studies, she not only acquired theoretical knowledge, but also developed practical skills through action and experience in accordance with the idea of “learning by doing.” She has been associated for years with organizations working with children and youth in local communities. Open to conversation and dialogue. Both in her daily life and in her work with children, she strives to impart not only knowledge, but also to show inspiring aspects of the everyday world. In her free time from work and study, she develops a wide range of interests. From music and cinema to bicycle tours and board games. She enjoys sharing her many passions in her work with children.
p.nowaczewska [at] fundacjajoannyradziwill.pl
Educator of young people aged 12 to 19 at the foundation’s Paul House in the Warsaw branch.
He has experience working with young people at risk of social maladjustment and socially maladjusted, as well as with their families. He acted as an animator for a group of children and adolescents in migrant crisis for several months. He is currently studying re-socialization pedagogy at the Maria Grzegorzewska Academy of Special Education. In her free time she walks her dog. She brings her experience and empathy to the Foundation, effectively supporting young people in overcoming difficulties and inspiring positive change.
j.grycuk [at] fundacjajoannyradziwill.pl
Educator of the Kamionka branch.
An art historian and landscape architect by training. His sun in the galaxy is photography – he runs his own business as a photographer. Among the planets of passions and hobbies are nature and birdwatching, Star Wars, the Marvel cinematic universe, and the world of the Bible. The galaxy of his activities and passionate life stories is permeated by people. He enjoys meeting, talking to, getting to know, photographing – people. Meeting and getting to know new people is a valuable and intriguing experience for him. A great lover and collector of Legos. In his free time, he enjoys reading books, running and playing board games, and in speech and writing, games and word games. He does not like monotony. He values independence, creativity and a bit of craziness.
m.czezyk [at] fundacjajoannyradziwill.pl
Assistant Educator.
Traveler, and cycling enthusiast. A master of delicious meals for children and young people – anyone who tries her cooking once will always want to come back to the foundation’s home. She is beginning her journey with young people, sharing her innate calmness and the experience she has gained over the years at the Foundation.
m.buga [at] fundacjajoannyradziwill.pl
Managing Director (maternity leave)
Management graduate, educator, undergoing 4 years of training at DIALOG School of Psychotherapy and 5 years of studies in psychology. Graduate of a one-year Psychological Assistance Program at the Institute of Integral Gestalt Psychotherapy and an advanced degree in Solution Focused Therapy (TSR). Certified musician. A volcano of wonderful energy, professional in action, open to people and the world. At the Caring Wings Foundation, she pursues her dreams, concretely and effectively helping others.
k.muszynska [at] fundacjajoannyradziwill.pl
COUNCIL
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
NATALIA KORYNCKA-GRUZ
MONIKA BEDNAREK
JOANNA RADZIWIŁŁ
Adriana Lenartowska,
Karolina Noińska Radomińska
Awards
AMBASSADORS
An Ambassador is a representative of the Joanna Radziwiłł “Caring Wings” Foundation who reaches the hearts of others. This is a person connected to the Foundation, staying up to date with its projects, daily activities, and current needs. An Ambassador spreads information about the Foundation’s work within their community and, through their own ideas, engagement, and contacts, actively supports initiatives for the Foundation’s beneficiaries and programs, including wielkitalerz.pl and Caring Wings.
renata bardecka
MONIKA
bednarek
MARIETA BELINA BRZOZOWSKA
ELŻBIETA BELINA BRZOZOWSKI BROOKS
Architect and Director at Paul Raff Studio (https://paulraffstudio.com/), specializing in residential, cultural, and commercial buildings. A visual artist working across performance, sculpture, drawing, and photography, exploring themes such as equality, in-between spaces, and social politics. Mother of Leon and wife of Aleksander. Currently based in Puerto Rico, with her heart in Montreal, Toronto, and Warsaw.
TOMASZ TACZANOWSKI
Sensitive to injustice, harm, and mental health challenges affecting children. Always close to those in need, he has supported others consistently over the years, combining action with empathy. A collector, globetrotter, and philanthropist. Passionate about discovering the world, yet for many years deeply committed to helping the youngest. The first donor of the Joanna Radziwiłł Foundation “Caring Wings.”
In everyday life, he divides his time between Poznań, Lublin, and Warsaw, though his commitment knows no borders.
MAŁGORZATA HERBICH
A Portuguese studies specialist, traveler, and open-minded global citizen, fascinated by the culture of the Middle East and Egypt. A long-time resident of Cairo, PR specialist working with various organizations, and organizer of diverse cultural gatherings. A lover of people, nature, and open spaces. For many years, closely associated with the Caring Wings Foundation.
ANNA
LIPIŃSKA
Art historian, leading workshops for children at Nazaret – Catholic Intelligentsia Club, and at the Józef Piłsudski Museum, Collections Department, Warsaw.
ILONA
ŁEPKOWSKA
An exceptional personality, full of energy and charisma. Director, screenwriter, and writer — the queen of Polish television series. A member of the Polish Film Academy.
Beata BŁASIAK-PAWELCZYK
Economist, a graduate of three fields of study: Foreign Trade, International Taxation, and European Integration. She runs her own business consultancy and is the organizer of 15 editions of the “Wielcy Małym” charity auctions, supporting animals harmed by human activity, carried out in cooperation with theatre artists, painters, and sculptors.
BEATA KRASICKA
Journalist and media manager with over 20 years of professional experience, associated with Telewizja Polska and Belsat TV. Co-founder of the Solidarity Zone Foundation, which for more than eight years has been supporting political prisoners and their families in Belarus and in exile. Driven by the need for deeper dialogue and exchange of ideas, she created her original YouTube project “Rozmowy Galeryjne” (“Gallery Conversations”). An enthusiast of non-fiction literature and theatre. In her private life, she most enjoys spending time in the mountains, traveling with her son, Jaś.
KATARZYNA KALICKA - LOTS
Lawyer, Vice President of the Wyprawiamy Dobro Foundation, and mother of Zosia. For many years she has been working for the benefit of children, organizing school supply and holiday aid initiatives. She believes that every child deserves support and a real chance for a better future. She considers the opportunity to help other children a great honor and a source of deep gratitude.
AGATA
SZCZECH
For over 33 years, she has served as Public Relations Director and East Territory Communications Director at Renault Polska, receiving numerous prestigious awards for her work. Passionate about interior and garden design, sensitive to people and animals — especially cats. Based in Warsaw.
maria stecka
Graficzka oraz architektka wnętrz, jej kreacje zawsze budzą podziw, właścicielka firmy Steckainteriors, Warszawa
ANIA
WŁOSZCZAK
A Warsaw native, a long-time media manager at a media house and the owner of a café. A travel enthusiast and lover of all kinds of sports. Deeply interested in psychology. Calm, creative, and always open to the world and to people. A participant in the wielkitalerz.pl program. Mother of three sons.
DOROTA
VAN VUGT
Always ready for new challenges and working with people, she creates with authenticity and honesty. Owner of Pracownia 3one33, mother of four children. Based in Warsaw.
jadwiga (inka)
zamoyska
Economist, tax and accounting specialist, and painter. Polish by nationality, born in Canada, educated at a French school and in a Polish household. She has lived in Montreal, London, Toronto, Rochester, NY, near Charlotte, NC, and in San Diego, CA. She loves sea diving, tennis, skiing, and… campfires. Family, close friends, Poland, and Kozłówka — now the Zamoyski Museum, once her parents’ home — hold a special place in her heart. She continually learns patience and gives thanks to God for a good life.
