Charity Advent Calendar 2026: Giving the Gift of Music and a Brighter Future

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24 doors, wonderful prizes, and a chance to make a difference that lasts long beyond Christmas: The 2026 Charity Advent Calendar by Weltweitwandern Wirkt! is supporting the Magdalena Music School in Colombia this year – a community education project that is especially close to our hearts at Chaska Tours. After all, we helped bring the music school to life back in 2023.

The Advent season is a time to bring joy to others and make a positive difference together. So why not combine the excitement of Christmas with a good cause? With a donation starting at just €25, you can help create new opportunities for children and young people in Colombia while also getting the chance to win one of many fantastic prizes.

Magdalena Music School: A Project Close to Our Hearts at Chaska Tours

In San Agustín, a small town nestled in the lush mountains of Colombia's Huila region, there is a place where music means much more than simply learning to play an instrument.

Here, children and teenagers come together after school to make music, try new things, and discover their talents. They learn rhythms, melodies, and how to play as part of a group. But it's not just about becoming better musicians. It's also about building confidence, taking responsibility, and finding a sense of belonging.

This is exactly the idea that inspired us at Chaska Tours to help establish the Magdalena Music School in 2023.

As a local tour operator in Colombia, we firmly believe that responsible tourism should go beyond creating memorable travel experiences. Travel brings people together and can help drive lasting positive change in the communities we visit.

For us, the music school is a tangible expression of that belief.

What makes it particularly special is that music lessons are completely free for the participating children and teenagers. This means that young people from families with limited financial resources also have the opportunity to access music education.

More Than Music Lessons: Education Creates Opportunities

Music holds a special place in Colombian culture. It is part of the country's identity, brings life to celebrations and gatherings, and connects people across generations.

The Magdalena Music School builds on this vibrant musical heritage while pursuing an important social mission: giving children and young people the opportunity to discover their abilities and find their own path with confidence.

Alongside instrumental lessons, the school's approach also includes creative activities and opportunities to combine music with English language learning. Young musical groups have already formed and are beginning to showcase their progress through local performances.

However, demand is greater than the school's current capacity. To welcome more children, the project needs additional instruments, suitable teaching spaces, and long-term support for its teachers.

Since 2026, the project has been further developed in collaboration with the Colombian organization SerCOnatural. The Austrian non-profit association Weltweitwandern Wirkt! also supports the Magdalena Music School as an educational initiative.

Together, we share one goal: to strengthen the music school for the long term and make cultural education accessible to as many children as possible.

The 2026 Charity Advent Calendar: Give Back and Win

For several years now, Weltweitwandern Wirkt! has been bringing together the joy of giving and meaningful social engagement through its Charity Advent Calendar.

In 2026, 24 Advent calendar doors are once again filled with wonderful surprises, generously provided by businesses that care.

The idea is simple: By making a donation, you support the Magdalena Music School and receive the chance to win a special prize in return.

For us, however, the true value of this initiative isn't hidden behind the calendar doors. It lies in Colombia, where every contribution helps give children access to music, community, and education.

And who knows? Maybe a special surprise will be waiting under your Christmas tree this year, too!

How to Take Part in the 2026 Charity Advent Calendar

Taking part couldn't be easier. Simply make your donation through the online donation form provided by Weltweitwandern Wirkt!.

With a minimum donation of €25, you receive one virtual raffle ticket and are entered into the prize draw. Donate €50 or more, and you'll receive two tickets, increasing your chances of winning.

Just select "Charity Adventkalender 2026" as the project in the donation form. Your contribution will then be allocated to the Advent calendar campaign.

Members of the Weltweitwandern Wirkt! association receive one free ticket as a thank-you for their support.

The deadline to participate is Tuesday, December 22, 2026.

These Amazing Prizes Are Waiting for You in 2026

This year's grand prizes are well worth getting excited about. Generous businesses have contributed unique experiences and high-quality products to support a great cause.

A seven-day snowshoe hiking holiday in Austria's Lesachtal Valley, worth €1,100: Generously provided by Genusshof Mesner. Look forward to guided snowshoe hikes with local guide Erwin, a cozy stay at his farm, wellness facilities, schnapps tasting, and rental equipment included.
A handwoven Moroccan rug worth €1,000: This unique piece from Berber-arts Blazek comes from the Atlas or Moulouya region of Morocco. A beautiful example of traditional craftsmanship.
A hiking travel package worth €250: Weltweitwandern is providing an 85-liter Tatonka travel bag, a 26-liter Vaude hiking backpack, a bandana, and a reusable fabric bag – everything you need to get ready for your next hiking adventure.

In addition to these grand prizes, more surprises are waiting behind the 24 Advent calendar doors, all generously donated by participating businesses.

A heartfelt thank-you to everyone helping make this special Christmas initiative possible!

When Will the Winners Be Announced?

Winners will be drawn regularly throughout the Advent season.

The weekly prize draws will take place on Friday, December 4, 11, and 18, 2026. Each draw will include all donations received by 12:00 noon on that Friday.

If you don't win in one of the draws, don't worry – your ticket will remain in the virtual prize pool, giving you another chance to win. However, each ticket can only win once.

On Tuesday, December 22, 2026, the grand prizes and all remaining Advent calendar prizes will be drawn.

Participation is open to adults aged 18 and over. The organizer's terms and conditions and privacy policy apply.

Why We at Chaska Tours Support This Initiative

For us, the Magdalena Music School is much more than a social project.

It grew out of our belief that tourism can take responsibility and that sustainable development begins when people are given opportunities to shape their own futures.

When children make music together, experience their first performances, or discover what they can achieve through practice and mutual support, this belief becomes something tangible.

The 2026 Charity Advent Calendar is a wonderful opportunity to raise awareness of the project and bring people together across borders to support it.

We are truly grateful that Weltweitwandern Wirkt! has chosen to put the Magdalena Music School at the heart of this year's Advent campaign.

Because even small contributions can create lasting change – especially when people join forces.

Let's Make a Difference Together – Join In!

Perhaps that's what makes the Advent season so special: It reminds us how much joy there is in sharing something with others.

With the 2026 Charity Advent Calendar, you can turn that idea into action. Your donation supports children and young people in Colombia on their musical journey. And at the same time, you might even win a wonderful surprise.

Join the initiative, support the Magdalena Music School, and help us make music and education accessible to even more young people.