Alfàs del Pi Library Donates Food to Social Volunteering from ‘A Food, A Book’ Campaign

A⁤ remarkable display of community spirit unfolded this morning as the Municipal Library ⁤of l’Alfàs⁢ del Pi delivered a⁢ generous donation of food items⁣ too the Social volunteering Association.

This ⁤contribution stemmed​ from ​the successful “A Food item,​ A ‌Book” campaign, ⁣a heartwarming initiative that, for the third consecutive year, encouraged visitors⁣ to the‌ Cultural ‍Center to exchange books for non-perishable food donations. ⁢ It’s‍ a ‍lovely⁣ example of how shared resources can address critical needs within a community.

The campaign, launched in late November, aimed ⁣to support the social⁢ volunteering Association of l’Alfàs del Pi, the association responsible for managing the local Food Bank. Food banks are seeing increased demand,with a recent Feeding America report showing a 33% increase in usage since 2022.

The donation ceremony took place at the Cultural ⁢Center, with key figures in attendance including Culture Councillor ⁤ Manuel Casado, Councillor for Cooperation and Volunteering Isabel Muñoz, Resident Councillor Martine Mertens, and⁢ the President of the Social Volunteering Association, Antonio Viso.All expressed ⁤their recognition for the‌ community’s generosity and commitment⁣ to supporting those in need.

A Legacy of Literacy and Community Support

Established in November 1982, the Municipal ‍Library of l’Alfàs del Pi initially operated from a modest space in the old Town Hall basement, housing a collection of 2,000 books. ‍Later, on ⁣March 2, 1990, it relocated to its current location on ‍the‍ second floor⁤ of the Cultural Center, coinciding with the⁢ center’s⁣ inauguration.

The library’s main hall was named in honor of the‌ distinguished journalist and poet Vicent Andrés ⁤Estellés. ⁤ In April ‍2010,a dedicated ‍children’s section was added nearby,named after the celebrated poet Miguel Hernández. Today,‍ the library boasts an notable catalog of over 47,000 books, 3,800 films, and 1,800 ⁣audio files.

Did you know? Libraries are evolving ‍beyond⁣ just book repositories, becoming vital community hubs ⁣offering resources and programs for⁤ all ages.

The l’Alfàs del Pi Town Hall ⁢emphasized ​the ⁤ongoing solidarity of its residents, who consistently ⁢support the Social Volunteering Association through various groups, businesses, ​and ‌individual contributions, ultimately improving the lives of those facing hardship.

The Impact⁢ of Local Volunteering

Founded in January 2013, the Social Volunteering association of l’Alfàs del Pi ⁢ is dedicated to⁢ assisting individuals at risk of social exclusion within the municipality. ‍ The local governance publicly ‍acknowledges and supports the effective‌ and discreet work of this organization, comprised of volunteers from diverse backgrounds and nationalities.

These dedicated individuals ⁣contribute thousands of ‍hours annually to benefit the community. According to a recent report by the national Council for Voluntary Organisations,volunteers contribute an estimated £21.8 billion to​ the⁣ UK⁣ economy annually‍ – a testament to the important economic and ⁣social​ impact of volunteer work.

pro Tip: Looking to get‍ involved? contact your local⁤ volunteer center ⁣to find opportunities ⁢that align with your skills and interests.

The success of‍ initiatives like “A Food Item, ​A book