A significant number of Finnish families are bracing for a difficult summer as financial support for low-income holiday assistance programs is ending. According to recent data, approximately one in nine children in Finland live in a low-income household – around 120,000 children nationwide. Many adults report that even affording public transportation for leisure activities is a struggle, limiting their ability to enjoy a traditional holiday. Readers responding to Iltalehti, a Finnish news outlet, shared experiences of having to forgo even small pleasures like ice cream due to financial constraints. The program had previously provided crucial support, enabling low-income families to create memorable experiences during the summer months. The cessation of this support is expected to exacerbate financial pressures and limit recreational opportunities for vulnerable families. This marks a potentially last opportunity for many families to benefit from the assistance.