Graduates swap prom for charity to brighten young cancer patients' day

Graduates of School No. 111 in Astana decided to mark their prom night differently this year. Instead of a traditional celebration, they chose to give back to society. Their focus was on supporting young patients in the oncology ward of a local medical centre. The students planned a charity drive to bring joy to children undergoing treatment. They collected gifts and toys to distribute to the young patients. On the day, a motorcade of graduates and their parents arrived at the medical centre and staged a surprise flash mob to lift the children’s spirits.

The graduates handed out gift boxes while following strict sanitary guidelines. Their actions reflected a growing trend in the city, as Schools No. 5 and No. 101 have previously organised similar acts of kindness for those in need. The initiative replaced a typical prom with a meaningful gesture of support. The children in the oncology ward received both gifts and encouragement from the graduates. This event highlights how small, thoughtful actions can make a real difference in the community.