Artists have launched a musical challenge to support the children of Bátor Tábor. The Music for the Brave Ones campaign aims to deliver a message of courage and love to children in hospitals or recovering at home while facing serious illnesses.

A total of 25 well-known artists and bands have joined the initiative, including Péterfy Bori, Viktor Király, and musicians from Parno Graszt. The challenge was kicked off on the radio by Anna Pásztor with the song Márti dala, and she then passed it on to the band 30Y and Bocskor Bíborka, lead singer of Magashegyi Underground. As a mother, the campaign deeply moved Anna, the lead singer of Anna and the Barbies. “I know exactly what it feels like when children are sick, and how helpless I feel in those moments. There’s nothing I could start with more fittingly than the song Márti dala—it’s a magical song in itself,” she shared.

The cause has inspired iconic veteran musicians such as Tibor Bornai, keyboardist of KFT, and Rezső Soltész. The latter, who once gave a mini-concert for volunteers at the camp in Hatvan, sent a heartfelt message to the children on his 80th birthday, having been deeply touched by Bátor Tábor’s mission. The younger generation is also taking part—Дeva, who now volunteers in school programs, experiences firsthand how vital the Foundation’s work is.

As everyday people, we might find it easier to sweep the reality of these children’s lives under the rug—either because what they’re going through is frightening, or because we feel powerless to help. That’s why it’s so moving to see how many people have joined this initiative. Lóci Csorba, frontman of Lóci Játszik, shared why he chose to support Bátor Tábor: “Helping others is the most human thing I can imagine. If your goal is to become an emotionless, perfect robot, then by all means ignore this issue. In every other case, I believe you can only gain by turning your attention to the lives of others.”

The musical campaign was launched with a dual purpose. It raises awareness about children living with cancer and chronic illness, and encourages people to donate 1% of their income tax to this cause. Every year, many taxpayers miss the opportunity to allocate this donation—though it could change lives. The participating artists all agree: as many people as possible should support this meaningful cause.

Follow the hashtag #ZenévelABátrakért on Facebook or Instagram to discover the songs!