The Villavecchia Foundation’s Solidarity Christmas Market has positioned itself as a key event in Barcelona since 2011. Each year, it seeks to spread the Christmas spirit while offering a window of direct help to children and young people dealing with serious illnesses. This 2025, the party comes even more alive at Barcelona’s iconic Palau Robert. An event full of magic, solidarity and a space where every purchase has a transformative purpose.
The perfect location for a special meeting
This year, the Cotxeres building in the central Palau Robert will be the epicenter of a unique event on November 21 and 22. Coinciding with the switching on of the city’s Christmas lights, the solidarity market promises to surprise with new products and activities. Sounds tempting? Well, it is. In addition, the solidarity chocolate will be one of the stars of the event.
During these two days, the Villavecchia Foundation meets with collaborators, from volunteers to businesses, who offer their grain of sand to make this event a success. Every corner of the market tells a story of hope, from hard-to-find gift items to handmade Christmas decorations.
Magical tours inside the market
The Solidarity Christmas Market is divided into several thematic corners. One of them is the Christmas Corner, where handmade Christmas decorations are the main attraction. On the other hand, the Natural Corner offers ecological options, perfect for beautifying the home during the holidays.
Those looking for delicacies for the palate can indulge themselves at the Gourmet Corner, with products from renowned partner brands. There is also no shortage of solidarity gifts, which allow you to surprise loved ones while supporting a noble cause. All proceeds from these spaces go to the Villavecchia Foundation’s care programs.
Comprehensive support to families
The Villavecchia Foundation’s work transcends the charity market. They have been accompanying children and their families since 1989, providing medical care, research support and training in pediatric oncology. Understanding that a diagnosis radically changes the life of an entire family has led the foundation to develop a robust social care program.
This program provides everything from financial assistance to vulnerable families to housing for those who must travel for treatment. Each aspect is designed to minimize the financial and emotional impact that a serious illness can have on the family unit.
Reinvention and continuous adaptation
The Foundation not only thinks about the present, but also looks to the future of these children and young people. Its innovative
Emotionally, group activities foster self-esteem and emotional regulation, while the mentoring program allows for individualized guidance from a mentor. This helps participants plan their academic and professional future. In addition, networking with other entities is encouraged, broadening the outreach and strengthening the security of these young people.
Keeping the flame of hope burning
One of the biggest challenges for these families is the day-to-day. That’s where the Villavecchia Foundation’s role really shines. Through their team of volunteers, they offer activities that allow the children to connect with the childhood that the disease tries to take away from them. Moments of fun and learning that charge the little warriors and their families with energy and strength.
The Solidarity Christmas Market is just one of the many ways in which the Villavecchia Foundation strives to improve the quality of life of its beneficiaries. An event that celebrates solidarity, hope and teamwork to overcome any adversity, turning every purchase into an act of love for those who need it most.
You can find more information about the Villavecchia Foundation on its website: fevillavecchia.es
