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Sofia has severe neuromuscular scoliosis of about 90°. The team in Switzerland has confirmed the need for surgery. Medical costs are substantial, while medication, therapy, nutrition and daily care continue every month.

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Sofia Ema

Campaign progress

Raised so far€11,000
Total campaign target€220,000

5% of the €220,000 campaign target

The total campaign target covers the operation, preoperative investigations and the wider travel/accommodation period connected to Sofia’s treatment in Switzerland.

What the campaign needs to cover

Preoperative evaluationabout €22,000 — consultations, MRI, traction X-rays, travel, accommodation and meals for the November 2026 Basel stage.
Spinal surgery estimate€153,332.00 — the current estimate for the operation; the final cost may vary.
Medical care each monthabout 18,000 RON — medication, therapies, enteral nutrition and medical supplies.
Everyday careabout 4,000 RON — food, diapers, hygiene and daily-care materials.

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For supporters outside Romania, the embedded WhyDonate campaign can be the simplest option. Currency and payment methods depend on the platform and your country.

1. Support through the Association

Use the official route marked for the association when you want your contribution handled through the nonprofit structure.

IBAN (RON)RO92BRDE270SV60238462700
BankBRD Tg. Mureș
SWIFT / BICBRDEROBUXXX
Holder shown on source pageOltean Alina Giorgiana — represented as President of the Association

2. Direct support for Sofia’s family

These options are for daily family needs that cannot always be paid through the association. A transfer to these personal accounts is direct financial support to Sofia’s family, not a donation to the nonprofit.

Banca Transilvania — RONRO69BTRLRONCRT0339734901
Banca Transilvania — EURRO19BTRLEURCRT0339734901
Account holderOltean Alina Giorgiana (Sofia’s mother)

Transparency matters

The association and the family are distinct. The website labels the payment routes so supporters know whether they are contributing to the nonprofit or providing direct support to the family.

Read the donations & transparency page →

Other ways to help

  • share Sofia’s verified story;
  • introduce the association to your company;
  • host a donation box where legally and contractually appropriate;
  • use Romanian Form 230 if you are eligible;
  • leave a message on the Wall of Hope.

Frequently asked questions

Can I donate if I do not live in Romania? Yes. WhyDonate and the EUR bank option can support international contributions, subject to provider/bank availability and fees.

Can I help without money? Yes. Sharing, corporate introductions and campaign visibility can be valuable.

How do I check where support goes? Review the association page, transparency page, medical updates and the clearly labeled payment routes.

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Whether you donate, share or connect the family with a sponsor, your action can become part of Sofia’s path to surgery.

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