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The U3A collective makes a new solidarity purchase for the Social Volunteering of l'Alfàs

 

The University of the Third Age (U3A) has made a new donation to the Social Volunteer Association of l'Alfàs del Pi, a batch of food and basic necessities valued at 500 euros, which has been completed with other products donated by Supermercado Mendoza.

The presentation took place at the l'Alfàs commercial establishment, attended by the president of U3A, Garry Bell, accompanied by Elisabeth Potter, treasurer, and several members of the group, along with representatives of the Social Volunteer Association of l'Alfàs del Pi, including the treasurer, Johana Wilson. Representing the l'Alfàs del Pi City Council were the Councilor for International Residents, Martine Mertens, and the Councilor for Relations with Residents' Associations and Clubs, Patrick de Meirsman.

Founded over a decade ago, U3A Marina Baixa covers the areas of l'Alfàs del Pi, Benidorm, Callosa d'en Sarrià, Finestrat, La Nucía, Polop, and Villajoyosa. They meet once a month at the Alfas Cultural Center. An association made up primarily of British retirees, its main objective is to foster cultural and intellectual interest among its members, while forging new bonds of friendship.

The University of the Third Age (U3A) organises all kinds of activities, from language, history and Spanish culture courses to painting, bridge, digital photography, golf, petanque, classical music, trips, picnics... A non-profit association with a presence all over the world and which has established its headquarters here in Marina Baixa in l'Alfàs del Pi.