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In a significant act of philanthropy, the Lions Club ‘München – Heinrich der Löwe’ presented two checks, each for €10,000, to the third Mayor of Munich, Verena Dietl (SPD), at the Munich City Hall. The generous donation, totaling €20,000, was raised through a tombola held at the city’s anniversary celebration, as announced by the City of Munich.
Donations to Support Vulnerable Children and Families
The beneficiaries of these funds are the Stiftung Ambulantes Kinderhospiz München and Lichtblick Hasenbergl e. V. Both organizations play crucial roles in supporting children and families facing challenging circumstances in Munich.
Mayor Dietl Commends the Initiatives
Mayor Verena Dietl (SPD) underscored the vital importance of these two institutions for Munich’s families. “The children’s hospice provides support to families during the most difficult times. Lichtblick Hasenbergl offers young people the prospect of their own path,” Dietl stated, according to the City of Munich. She extended her gratitude to the Lions Club and all those involved for their unwavering commitment.
The Stiftung Ambulantes Kinderhospiz München has been providing comprehensive support to families since 2004, from diagnosis through to bereavement, when a child or parent is facing a life-threatening illness.
Tombola a Long-Standing Tradition of Giving
The Lions Club has been organizing the tombola at the city’s anniversary celebration since 1996. Over this period, more than €500,000 has been raised for charitable organizations in Munich. Approximately 30 club members, along with their families, members of LEO clubs, and volunteers from the beneficiary organizations, are involved in the execution of this annual event. Numerous companies also contribute by providing material donations.
Lichtblick Hasenbergl: A Beacon of Hope for Youth
Founded in 1993, Lichtblick Hasenbergl e. V. supports children and young people aged zero to 25 in the northern Hasenbergl district. Their services encompass a wide range of programs, including mother-child groups, kindergarten and school support, assistance with the transition into training and employment, practical life skills, and career orientation. An affiliated family center provides advice to parents on matters such as securing their livelihood and dealing with authorities. The Lions Club plans to continue the tombola next year, marking its 30th anniversary.
Source: tz.de
