A charitable summer in Marbella

In case you haven’t heard, the Spanish Association Against Cancer in Marbella has two major fundraising events lined up this summer.

Firstly, a charity golf tournament takes place on 31st July at Las Brisas Golf Club, followed by the Association’s annual Summer Gala on 1st August at Finca La Concepción. The funds raised, particularly at the gala, are vital in helping the charity continue providing its free support services to cancer patients and their families.

Last year’s Summer Gala raised an impressive 200,000 euros and this year the charity hopes to exceed both that figure and last year’s attendance of 600 guests.

The funds are essential in allowing the Association to continue offering its services free of charge. Over the past year, the Marbella branch has supported 462 patients and 135 family members, providing emotional support, physiotherapy, psychological counselling, nutritional advice and companion services.

The charity also uses the evening to recognise people who have helped raise awareness of cancer through their own experiences, presenting its annual ‘The Fighter’ award.

The gala will once again feature live entertainment, with Málaga bands Efecto Mariposa and The Vintage Experience is already confirmed.

Guests can also take part in the traditional charity auction and the annual jewellery raffle, with the prize once again generously donated by Gómez y Molina Jewellers.

Marbella Town Hall has once again pledged its full support and this year marks the beginning of a three-year principal sponsorship by Marbella businessman Francisco Gómez, inspired by personal family experience.

If you’d like to participate, here are the contact details: AECC Charity Golf Tournament & Summer Gala – Reservations: 952 776 800.  Email: marbella@contraelcancer.es #bettertogether

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