As part of our fund-raising activities and the dissemination of our work in India, we were invited, last 17th of June, to participate in the end-of year party at The English School of San Sebastián. The students from the tenth grade who just finished their academic year surprised us with their decision to donate half of the money they raised in several activities – Santo Tomás flea market, sales of second-hand sales items provided by their parents, drinks and dessert sales at the Halloween party, etc. – to Asha-Kiran. This money was intended to cover the expenses of their end-of–year trip, which didn’t take place in the end.
By this deed we have seen that the children from The English School, with the backing of their teachers and parents, are growing academically while also keeping in mind ideals of solidarity and respect, and showing enthusiasm in sharing their own dignity with other children.We enjoyed the children’s performances such as rhythmic dance, songs, dances, etc., in a warm and cheerful atmosphere where children, families and teachers all took part.
In representation of his class, a boy of Indian nationality handed over the €450 donation to Paloma Sousa (co-founder of Asha-Kiran). This was a heartwarming gesture, since the donation is destined to children from his own country. We are certain that the Indian children, who this money is for, will not only benefit from said money, but also from the vitality that other children such as them show in pitching in to make a different world possible.
Thank you for your cooperation. We hope to continue to have invitations such as this.
We wish all children a bright and happy future in life.
Paloma Sousa (Hansa),
Co-founder of Asha-Kiran.
