Costa Blanca North • Issue No. 2045 • 19 - 25 Sept 2024
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Credit: FB: Finestrat
DURING the Fiestas de la Cala 2024, the inaugural Caritas Solidarity Fun Race was held on September 15, a combined initiative between the town councils of Finestrat and Villajoyosa. Participants of all ages, from children to seniors came together on a day brimming with excitement and compassion. The event was a blend of friendly competition, camaraderie, and playfulness, creating a truly extraordinary atmosphere that resonated with all who attended. More than 150 individuals gathered at the beautiful beach promenade of La Cala de Finestrat at 11.00am to enthusiastically participate in the 3km fun race in aid of Caritas. This organisation sets up programmes to offer assistance and support to vulnerable families. The event not only provided much-needed financial assistance, but it also helped to raise aware-
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ness about the realities of poverty and social exclusion. In this way, it aimed to encourage empathy and solidarity as fundamental values in moving towards a fairer and more equitable society.
While it was a day of fun, it was also a race. The mayor of Finestrat, Juanfran Perez Llorca, and the mayor of the town hall of Villajoyosa, Marcos Zaragoza, were present to award the trophies, underscoring their support
for the event and the cause it represents. Aside from the race itself, attendees were able to enjoy inflatables, games, Zumba, karaoke, face painting, and live music, all of which added to the lively and joyful atmosphere.
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