A festive event entitled "The Warmth of the Heart - For Children", dedicated to Guardianship Day, was held at AlmaU University of Management in Almaty. The event was organised at the initiative of the Almaty City Department for the Protection of Children’s Rights and aimed to recognise the contributions of guardian families and promote family values. Currently, 718 guardian families in Almaty are raising 921 children. Representatives of these families, city department officials, public figures and media representatives attended the celebration. During the event, guardian families who have made a significant contribution to raising children and ensuring their well-being were honoured. On behalf of Almaty Deputy Mayor Abzal Nukenov, they were presented with letters of appreciation and commemorative gifts from the Department for the Protection of Children's Rights. The Head of the Department, Zhanat Aitpayeva, highlighted the important role of guardian families in society and emphasised the importance of care, love and a warm family environment in raising children. "Every child has the right to grow up in a family surrounded by care and love. Guardian families give hope to children who have faced difficulties in life and open the way to a better future for them. Today's event is an expression of our gratitude and respect for those who are genuinely concerned about children's well-being. We will continue our efforts to protect children's rights and promote family values," Zhanat Aitpayeva said. The event was also attended by Rafael Gasanov, a member of the Almaty Public Council and President of the Association of Graduates of Orphanages of Kazakhstan; Bekbolat Shungilov, General Director of BiS Project LLP and a member of the Union of Architects of Kazakhstan; Sana Zhandai, Director of the ECO-QOGAM Public Foundation; entrepreneur Islam Karagezov; Nuretdin Gokgul, a representative of the Almaty Foundation for the Culture of Turkic Peoples; Akmolzhan Zaripov, Head of the Almaty Family Support Centre; and Elmira Omarova, Deputy Director General of the M. O. Auezov Institute of Literature and Art. The guests expressed their gratitude to guardian families and reaffirmed their willingness to support initiatives aimed at helping children. Philanthropist Bekbolat Shungilov announced his intention to allocate part of his company's income to a special fund supporting children. "I would like to establish a special fund in cooperation with second-tier banks and contribute to this noble cause. I plan to regularly donate 10% of my company's income to the children's fund," he said. Meanwhile, Rafael Gasanov thanked the guardian families and expressed his readiness to support projects aimed at ensuring a brighter future for children. The concert programme featured performances by Honoured Artist of Kazakhstan Tolkyn Zabirova; Kalamkas Kadyrbayeva, a soloist of the State Choir Chapel named after Bakhytzhan Baikadamov; young performers Adik Zheksenuly, Inzhu Anuarbek and Galamata Beisekozha; and the duo "Jiger Janat". The "Ykylas" ethnic ensemble also performed traditional Kazakh musical compositions. At the end of the evening, the festive programme for children and guardian families continued in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Participants once again emphasised the importance of family warmth, care and ongoing support in every child's life. A guardian family provides a supportive environment that gives children new opportunities and opens the door to a brighter future. Recognising and appreciating the dedication of such families is a shared responsibility of society as a whole.