The Escoleta Matinal project, promoted by Foundation for Justicehas made remarkable achievements in its ten years of existence. Providing care to approximately 30 children annually, in total the programme has welcomed more than 300 children. The commemoration took place in the same facilities where the Escoleta Matinal takes place every day, at the Colegio Nuestra Señora de los Desamparados de Nazaret. The inauguration was attended by the Councillor for Social Welfare, Rocío Gil, who wanted to show his support for this project, "our gratitude from the València City Council to all those who make this work possible".
The president of Fundación por la Justicia, José María TomásHe had words of gratitude for all the people and institutions that make it possible for the Escoleta Matinal to open every year and stressed that "their generosity and commitment have allowed hundreds of children to find a space for support and comprehensive development. We are proud of the work done and committed to continue working for justice and inclusion for at least 10 more years".
At the closing ceremony, the regional secretary for Family and Social Services, Ignacio Grandewho was the first director with whom the project began, stressed that in these 10 years of shared life "we value the relationship and the bond generated. Back to the concept of community to work together, with the solidarity of volunteers and entities".
During the event, gifts were presented to the students of the Escoleta Matinal and the prizes for the Christmas card competition. At this moment, the winning student was announced, whose postcard will be sent from the Fundación por la Justicia to send Christmas greetings. The current headmistress of Nuestra Señora de los Desamparados school, Dolores Gil, He pointed out that "we know that the focus of our work is the students, so we are creating opportunities and dignifying their lives".
Likewise, this commitment to care has been accompanied by the advice and accompaniment of more than 30 families, many of whom have been beneficiaries throughout the decade. Moreover, everything has also been possible thanks to the active collaboration of more than 50 volunteers, some of whom have participated continuously, who have strengthened the solidarity essence of the project. A ten-year evolution that is noticeable, volunteers who have come to the celebration perceive children as more loving and happy, as well as more respectful. The organisation has been improved, and the time is taken advantage of, not only for breakfast and hygiene, but also to interact with each other.
Currently, the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry of the University of Valencia is joining in to provide dental check-ups and training in oral and dental education and first aid, both for the students and their families. An initiative that highlights the ongoing commitment of the Escoleta Matinal to excellence and the integral development of the beneficiary children.
La Escoleta Matinal, a visionary project of the Fundación por la Justicia, has had the invaluable collaboration of various entities and individuals throughout these 10 years, who have contributed to making this inclusive project a reality. The current funders are: "La Caixa" Foundation (main funder), Cáritas Diocesana, Consum Coop.V., Caixa Popular, Ikun Induction S.L.U., and other generous donations from individuals. Previously it also had the support of Caixabank, Valencia City Council, Grupo Sanitario Ribera, Editorial Vinatea, Villa Fañe y Asociados Consultores, as well as Dulcesol.
