Local group starts school supply drive

Local organizations in Port-Vendres have begun a school supply drive to support students in Senegal. The initiative is led by the Yachting club société nautique Côte Vermeille (SNCV) in collaboration with several local associations.

Partners in the effort

The SNCV is working with groups such as Barque catalane Françoise, Els amics del pailebot Miguel-Caldentey, Llaguts de rem, and Vermeille international to collect supplies for two schools in Senegal. These groups are focused on gathering essential learning materials for students.

Collection details and goals

The collection of school supplies will begin on Friday, October 30. The goal is to provide items such as notebooks, pens, pencils, erasers, rulers, and other supplies to improve the daily lives of students at school in Senegal.

Where to donate

Donations can be dropped off at the Yacht club, located at 3, quai François-Joly, at the new pleasure boat captaincy during business hours. Individuals interested in contributing can contact the organizers via email at sylvainmanigot@gmail.com.

Community support through a competition

The association is also seeking community support by encouraging people to vote for the project in a competition. The competition can be accessed at https://jeparticipe.laregioncitoyenne.fr/project/concours-photo-benevole-coeur-doccitanie/presentation/presentation.