Maria Holoborodko - participant of the regional competition "Woman of Donetsk Region" in 2025, nomination "Heart that Gives a Family"
The story of Maria Holoborodko is a story of a big heart and boundless courage. This amazing woman, a foster care mother, gave two girls, Polina and Maria, the best chance for a decent life by teaching them to honor family values.
Her story began in 2012, when she and her husband Anatoliy made the most important decision of all - to take Polina in. Three years later, the family added another daughter, Maria.
The family's life changed in 2022 when Maria's husband died of an illness. Together with the war, this was the most difficult test. Maria made the most difficult decision - to leave everything behind and evacuate to keep her daughters safe. With tears in her eyes, but with unwavering determination, she set off for the Kyiv region. It was a difficult period, full of uncertainty and anxiety, but Maria held on for the sake of her girls.
Despite the difficulties, the Holoborodko family has its own traditions. Everyone does everything together: they cook, clean, and help each other. Birthdays and family holidays are very fun, because it is important to remember these dates. It is these positive emotions that give the girls faith that "Everything will be Ukraine!"
Maria Goloborodko is an example of how any difficulties can be overcome with love and patience.
Read the detailed story of the contestant here: https://surl.li/osjcxr