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FIA AWARDS 2024: ACI AND MONZA HONORED WITH THE FOUNDING MEMBERS’ CLUB HERITAGE CUP

Following the renewal of the agreement with Formula 1, which secures the Italian Grand Prix at Monza until 2031, the Automobile Club d’Italia (ACI) and Autodromo Nazionale Monza have received yet another prestigious accolade. This recognition further underscores ACI’s commitment in its role as the national motorsport federation.

At the 2024 FIA Awards, held in Kigali, Rwanda, ACI and Autodromo Nazionale Monza were honored with the Founding Members’ Club Heritage Cup.

The award, accepted by Giuseppe Redaelli, President of Autodromo Nazionale Monza, celebrates excellence in the promotion and preservation of motorsport heritage. It acknowledges the efforts of the "Temple of Speed" in keeping alive over a century of motorsport history.

The Founding Members’ Club Heritage Cup was awarded to Autodromo Nazionale Monza in recognition of the significant modernization works carried out this year. These improvements have ensured compliance with the latest safety standards while preserving the historical integrity of the circuit.

“I am proud of this award because the Founding Members’ Club Heritage Cup is presented each year by the club of FIA founding members, which includes ACI,” stated Angelo Sticchi Damiani, President of the Automobile Club d’Italia. “This is an important accolade granted to outstanding figures in motorsport or the automotive world, as well as to museums or circuits—like Monza in this case. We are the only ones to have won this award four times since the club was established 20 years ago, during the FIA’s centenary celebrations. This recognition confirms that, on a global level, we are acknowledged for our ability to highlight the extraordinary excellence present in our territory. Specifically, this award for Autodromo Nazionale Monza joins those previously granted for the Mille Miglia, the Mauto-Museo Nazionale dell’Auto in Turin, and the Targa Florio.”

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GIVES AN XMAS GIFT AT FULL SPEED

Kicking off, at 12 noon today, Thursday, Dec. 5, is Operation XMAS GIFT: the Christmas sale of tickets for the two Italian rounds of the 2025 Formula 1 World Championship: the Formula 1 AWS Grand Prix of Made in Italy and Emilia-Romagna - scheduled for Sunday, May 18, at the Enzo and Dino Ferrari International Autodrome in Imola - and the Formula 1 Pirelli Grand Prix of Italy, to be held Sunday, Sept. 7, at the Autodromo Nazionale Monza: the "Temple of Speed."

The Automobile Club of Italy offers, to all fans, the opportunity to put under the tree one of the most original and exclusive gifts: tickets for two of the most anticipated and spectacular sporting events of the World Championship.
Attending a Formula 1 Grand Prix live guarantees unique emotions, which are not limited to the activities proposed by the racing program but are enriched by the many attractions present in the Fanzones.
Tickets can be purchased at autodromoimola.it, monzanet.it e ticketone.it.

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FORMULA 1 TO RACE IN MONZA UNTIL 2031

“Great satisfaction for a signature that rewards seriousness, professionalism and the extraordinary commitment of the ACI” was expressed by the president of Automobile Club Italia, Angelo Sticchi Damiani, for the agreement signed with Formula 1, organizer of the World Championship, which will allow the Autodromo Nazionale Monza to host the Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix at least until 2031. The signing of the contract, after a long negotiation, is the result of the effort made by Automobile Club d'Italia, in its role as national federation, to maintain a date in the calendar of the most prestigious world series. Angelo Sticchi Damiani (ACI President):

"We are proud, as ACI, to have managed to secure six more editions of the Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix at the Autodromo Nazionale di Monza after 2025. This is a great result, the result of the determination, seriousness and professionalism shown by the Automobile Club d'Italia, both in the construction of the works carried out in the first seven months of 2024, to adapt the facility to current standards, and in this complex renewal negotiation. But we must thank the President and CEO of Formula 1, Stefano Domenicali, for the valuable and decisive contribution, which made this extension of the contract possible, and above all the Government, the Lombardy Region, and all the local institutions that have allowed the Italian Grand Prix to attract, over the course of the last editions, an ever-increasing number of enthusiasts. In particular, I would like to underline the essential contribution of the Government and the Lombardy Region, which have invested resources in this over a century-old facility, financing the works carried out this year. Monza, as is known, is the oldest racetrack in the world to host a World Championship event and is the longest-running in the world championship calendar. But we are all aware that history is no longer enough. For this reason, after the resurfacing of the track and underpasses, to ensure greater safety on the track and for the public, we have a new challenge ahead of us for 2025: improving the quality and quantity of the hospitality offering. With this objective, we are already working to stay at the forefront of the standards required by modern Formula 1 “. Autodromo Nazionale Monza: an ancient track with an eye to the future
Built in 1922, Autodromo Nazionale Monza is the second oldest circuit in the world still in operation after Indianapolis and, since it was established in 1950, the Formula 1 World Championship has always been present on the calendar with the exception of 1980. No other facility can boast such a long permanence. Autodromo Nazionale Monza, to keep up with the times, underwent major modernization works in 2024 which involved the resurfacing of the entire track, the expansion of three underpasses and the creation of a completely new one with the aim of improving traffic flow, separating vehicular mobility from pedestrian mobility. This was the first tranche of works: for 2025 Autodromo Nazionale Monza will provide for the improvement of services and the expansion of the Paddock Club with consequent new positioning of the Media Center.

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FORMULA 1 PIRELLI GRAND PRIX OF ITALY 2024: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

Clamorous victory of the Ferrari at Monza with Charles Leclerc in the Formula 1 Pirelli Italian Grand Prix 2024: the Monegasque, with a one-stop strategy, crossed the finish line ahead of the McLaren of Oscar Piastri e Lando Norris. Fourth the other driver of the red Carlos Sainz. Monza celebrates not only the success of the House of Maranello but also the record number of spectators: more than 335 thousand.

"This extraordinary public deserved Ferrari's victory - was the comment of the president of the Automobile Club of Italy, Angelo Sticchi Damiani, who awarded on the podium together with the Undersecretary of State at the Mef. Federico Freni, the President of the Lombardy Region, Attilio Fontana and Pirelli's Executive Vice President, Marco Tronchetti Provera - and Charles Leclerc's victory. The explosion of joy, which has not been recorded since 2019, was a testimony to how much desire there was to pay tribute to this great applause, to express this great enthusiasm for a victory that certainly reopens the World Championship. All this gives us hope that in the last part of the season the results can be consistent and consequent to this victory. The Automobile Club d' Italia (Federation of Sports Automobilism) and Italian motorsport embrace with much affection and enthusiasm Charles Leclerc, who is back to being the one of 2019."

"In this happy weekend I also emphasize the record public repaid by this splendid victory, which was also a way to celebrate the new track," added the ACI president. A track that showed its qualities, allowing Leclerc, for example, to run 38 laps on the same tires. This is undoubtedly thanks to the extraordinary driving by Charles and perhaps also to the paving. Finally, I congratulate Leonardo Fornaroli for winning the Formula 3 championship."

Formula 3: Fornaroli third and champion. Minì disqualified

Finishing third in the Feature Race at Monza, Leonardo Fornaroli (Trident) became Formula 3 champion: a podium finish achieved on the last lap with an overtaking move on Christian Mansell. That maneuver had made second place a very valid Gabriele Minì (Prema Racing), vain in terms of classification. But the ACI Team Italia driver was later removed from the finishing order for a technical irregularity (tire pressure). The victory of the race went to the French Sami Meguetounif (Trident).

Fornaroli, who will turn 20 on Dec. 3, captured the championship without winning any races. "We did it to clinch this blessed title," Fornaroli commented at the end of the race, "It was not a perfect race, because I made several mistakes and did not treat the tires properly. I knew that the only chance to win the title was to pass Mansell, I arrived at the last corner with the idea of trying "It was do or die." He was fair, giving me the right amount of space, and I was able to pass. I thank Trident, my family, sponsors, trainer and coach There are no words to describe this."

"Obviously I am a little disappointed that I was not able to bring the title home," Minì had commented before the disqualification, "but second place at the finish line is what I should have done to try to win. I gave everything but I am very happy about that, so I want to thank my team, Alpine, ACI, the sponsors my family and everyone who supported me this season."

Formula 2: Bortoleto wins. Antonelli at the foot of the podium

The Formula 2 race was won by Brazilian driver Gabriel Bortoleto (Invicta Racing), who started last and accomplished a feat. Kimi Antonelli (Prema) finished fourth. "It was quite a complicated race - explained the Bolognese driver of ACI Team Italia who will race in F1 next year with Mercedes -: a lot of things happened, too bad for the Safety Car because the podium was within my reach. In the end I am happy, the pace was good. Now I'm thinking about Baku."

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FORMULA 1 PIRELLI ITALIAN GRAND PRIX 2024: SATURDAY 31 AUGUST

Lando Norris , winner last week in Holland, will start tomorrow in pole position in the 2024 Formula 1 Pirelli Italian Grand Prix which will start at 3 p.m. (53 laps to go): the British McLaren driver stopped the clock at 1'19"327, average 262.896 km/h. Next to him on the front row is teammate Oscar Plates. The Australian got 1'19"436. On the second row George Russell with the first Mercedes (1'19”440) and Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc (1'19"461). In third the other Maranello driver. Carlos Sainz (1'19”467) and his successor in red: Lewis Hamilton with the second Mercedes (1'19"513). Seventh time for the three-time world champion Max Verstappen (Red Bull), winner of the last two editions, with 1'20"022.

Norris was presented with the Queen's Ring by the undersecretary of the Presidency of the Lombardy Region, Mauro Piazza, and the Mayor of Monza, Paolo Pilotto the Queen's Ring, which reproduces in likeness the Iron Crown (made during the Lombard reign, used to crown several Holy Roman Emperors, Napoleon Bonaparte, and finally since 1890 included in the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Italy). Some features of the racing world reminiscent of the checkered flag have been added to this ring. After the delivery, author Guido Guzzi, a goldsmith artist, returned to the workshop to adapt the ring to Lando's finger and to engrave his name.

Formula 2 and Formula 3: Antonelli 18th, F.3: Fornaroli (9th) and Minì (10th) play for the title tomorrow

In F2 success of Englishman Oliver Bearman (Prema). The driver of ACI Team Italy. Kimi Antonelli finished 18th, on the day Mercedes announced his engagement for the 2025 season of the Formula 1 World Championship. "It's not the race I expected but starting from behind was to be expected," commented the driver from Bologna. "Unfortunately, there was an accident in the straight and my wing broke. So I had to run the whole race on supersoft tires. I knew it would be very difficult because those tires have a short life. But still I gathered useful data for tomorrow. Now I reset and think about doing well tomorrow." Sunday's race will start at 10:05 a.m. (30 laps).

In F3, German Tim Tramniz (MP Motosport) won. Leonardo Fornaroli (Trident) finished ninth ahead of title rival Gabriele Minì (Prema). "It was a good race, I started 16th, in the first half of the race the car was really going very strong - explained Fornaroli -, in the final instead I suffered some degradation in the rear, so unfortunately I lost two positions. However, I collected important points, now I will work to fix the car in the best possible way for tomorrow's race." Here, instead, are the words of Minì, driver of ACI Team Italia: "It was a very close race. I lost a few positions on the first lap, and that definitely didn't help me, but at the end of the race I managed to recover some of them. We were not the fastest on the track but we can work well for tomorrow. We are playing for everything there." Sunday's race will start at 8:35 a.m. (22 laps.

Also today in the paddock, the 2025 Formula 3 was presented.

by adelaide

FORMULA 1 PIRELLI GRAND PRIX OF ITALY 2024: FRIDAY, AUGUST 30

Lewis Hamilton , who will appear next year at the Autodromo Nazionale Monza in a Ferrari suit, set the fastest time overall on the day dedicated to free practice for the Formula 1 Pirelli Grand Prix of Italy 2024, the 16th round of the World Championship (out of 24) to be held on Sunday. The Mercedes Briton, a 7-time world champion, stopped the second session's stopwatch at 1'20"738, average 258.302 km/h, just 3 thousandths ahead of Lando Norris (McLaren), fresh from his success in Holland and who was among the most acclaimed in Fanzone. Third time for Ferrarista Carlos Sainz: the Spaniard is 103 thousandths behind. Fifth time for Charles Leclerc who is 0"154 behind the other McLaren driver Oscar Piastri. Unfortunate was Andrea Kimi Antonelli 's Mercedes debut in the first session, which lasted only five laps before he crashed at the Parabolica. "It was quite an intense day," Kimi explained, "Unfortunately, my first FP1 ended quickly. I pushed too early, I should have done it progressively, instead I went for the limit right away. The impact was big, a good 52g lateral, and I don't feel great. I thank Mercedes for the chance they gave me, I apologize to the team and George Russell. Now I'm focusing on F2 to try to have a good weekend anyway."

The Prema and ACI Team Italia driver ended Formula 2 qualifying with the sixth fastest time (pole position for England's Zane Maloney). Today in the Sprint Race the top ten start in reverse positions. Good news from Formula 3, where championship leader Leonardo Fornaroli (Trident) took pole position - a result that allowed him to extend his lead in the standings to 3 points - with Gabriele Minì (Prema, ACI Team Italia driver) and who will start third in Sunday's race (inverted grid for the top twelve).

"Every driver, a tree": planted 20 trees with Sticchi, Domenicali and General Rispoli Twenty trees, as many as the drivers participating in the Formula 1 Pirelli Italian Grand Prix 2024: this morning in the Variante Ascari area, the President of ACI, Angelo Sticchi Damiani, the President of Formula 1, Stefano Domenicali, General of Army Corps, Andrea Rispoli, Commander of the Forestry Environmental and Agri-food Units Command, Brigadier General, Raffaele Pio Manicone, Commander of the Carabinieri Biodiversity Regiment, the President of AC Milan, Geronimo La Russa, the President of Sias- Autodromo Nazionale Monza, Giuseppe Redaelli, and the President of Formula Imola, Giancarlo Minardi attended the initiative "Ogni pilota un albero," promoted by Automobile Club d'Italia in agreement with the General Command Forestry, Environmental and Agri-food Units of the Carabinieri Corps.

On the occasion, wild apple trees, wild pear trees, pado trees, wild cherry trees, turkey oaks, oxyphyll ash trees and field maples were planted.

"We have renewed an initiative taken last year with the Carabinieri Corps, which is to contribute, both at Monza and Imola, to plant a tree for every driver. Last year I had not been able to attend, so I was very pleased to be there now," commented ACI President Angelo Sticchi Damiani . "I thank General Andrea Rispoli and the entire Carabinieri Corps, who inspired this initiative. We are always attentive to the environment, everything we can do to improve this wonderful park, which deserves respect but needs help because of its age and problems like all parks, we do it. I think this is the right way to live within the park."

"I thank the president of ACI, Angelo Sticchi Damiani, and all those who worked on this initiative-these are the words of General Andrea Rispoli : we have planted plants that are a symbol of closeness between the Carabinieri Corps and the citizen. There is the sporting moment, but also respect for biodiversity. This is also a moment of education for all generations."

Autodromo Nazionale Monza's managing director, Alfredo Scala, awarded by the Parco Regionale Valle Lambro On the occasion of the 42nd edition of the Confartigianato Motori Award, the Parco Regionale della Valle del Lambro presented the "Technology and Environment Award" to the managing director, Alfredo Scala "for his contribution to the innovative vision that has characterized the significant modernization interventions of the circuit," reads the motivation. A commitment to the development and management of the racetrack that has also been able to look with great attention and concreteness at issues of sustainability."

During the ceremony, Scala emphasized that "being inside the Lambro Valley Regional Park for us is a source of pride and uniqueness and always pushes us to take care of our park. After the storm of July 2024, thanks to the collaboration with the agencies, Lombardy Region and the Carabinieri Forestry and Parks Protection Command, more than 8,000 plants were planted. It is also important for us to recover, transforming, as was recently done with the logs felled by the storm that became furniture for the forest area and fountains for our spectators. Environment also means transitioning to a renewable energy tariff and using biofuel generators. We have achieved FIA three stars recognition and want to maintain it for a long time.

"For us," Scala continued, "sustainability is also social, and in recent years we have implemented activities together with associations both during the Grand Prix and throughout the year. The local community for us remains the starting point for involvement, starting with schools and associations to be more and more a facility at the service of the area around us. In this Grand Prix, thanks to the modernization works we can say that we have further reduced architectural barriers and this has allowed us to create a new area dedicated to fans with disabilities who have all the services available and can move around the circuit also thanks to the indications of WeGlad, which is an online community developed precisely by young people with disabilities, who map the routes indicating possible obstacles. Also during this GP, we renewed our partnerships with ATS and CSV for food donation, and our friends from PizzAut will still be by our side. Joining us this year will be LILT, which will provide sunscreen for spectators, and Rise Against Hunger, an association particularly active in fighting food waste and supporting communities in Zimbabwe."

AND TOMORROW....

Verstappen, Hamilton and the Ferraris in Fanzone

Tomorrow on the stage of the Fanzone of the Formula 1 Pirelli Italian Grand Prix 2024 will go up, among others, world champion Max Verstappen who is expected around 10.20 a.m., shortly afterwards it will be Lewis Hamilton's turn to wear red next year. Grand finale with Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz who are expected to answer questions and sign autographs around 10:40 a.m. It should be noted that the Fanzone is an integral part of the event and, therefore, one must have a valid ticket for the day to access it (opening hours 9 a.m.-7 p.m.). Tickets can be purchased on the monzanet.it and ticketone.it websites.

TALK ITALIAN TALENT WITH ANTONELLI, FORNAROLI AND MINÌ

After making his debut yesterday in Formula 1 with Mercedes, Andrea Kimi Antonelli will take the stage at the Fanzone tomorrow, Saturday, Aug. 31, for the Talk Italian Talent , which will feature alongside the Bolognese Formula 2 driver also the protagonists in the fight for the Formula 3 title Leonardo Fornaroli and Gabriele Minì . The appointment is for 5 p.m.

The Queen's Ring to the poleman with Mayor Pilotto and Regional Undersecretary Piazza To the author of the pole position in the Temple of Speed will be delivered at the end of qualifying the Queen's Ring that reproduces the Iron Crown to which the author (Guido Guzzi) has inserted some elements reminiscent of the checkered flag: to deliver it the Mayor of Monza Paolo Pilotto and The Undersecretary to the Presidency of the Lombardy Region, Mauro Piazza, by proxy of President Attilio Fontana.

11 A.M., FANZONE: MONZA REMEMBERS VITTORIO BRAMBILLA

Finally, also tomorrow, in Fanzone, 50 years after the F1 debut of the unforgettable Monza driver Vittorio Brambilla (1937-2001), Mayor Paolo Pilotto, together with Sias Autodromo Nazionale Monza president Giuseppe Redaelli, will present an award to Vittorio's son, Roberto. It is a 30-cm diameter silver-plated brass plate with a special dedication and the symbols of the City of Monza and Autodromo Nazionale Monza. The appointment is set for 11 a.m. at the marquee that houses the photo exhibition dedicated to Brambilla.

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FORMULA 1 PIRELLI ITALIAN GRAND PRIX 2024 FANZONE INAUGURATED: SUCCESS AND PARTICIPATION ON THE FIRST DAY

The first day of the Formula 1 Pirelli Gran Premio d'Italia 2024, with the cars still locked in the pits, saw an exceptional popular turnout at the Fanzone which opened at 1pm. Among the moments that catalysed the activity on the stage were the presence of AC Monza footballers Stefano Turati and Patrick Ciurria, Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur and Formula 2 drivers Juan Manuel Correa, Zane Maloney, Enzo Fittipaldi and the three competing for the Formula 3 title: Leonardo Fornaroli, Gabriele Minì (ACI team Italia) and the British Luke Browning.

The monument dedicated to Michele Alboreto inaugurated

Thursday in Monza also saw the inauguration of the monument dedicated to Michele Alboreto (1956-2001), an unforgettable driver (194 F1 GPs and 5 victories with Tyrrell and Ferrari) to whom Autodromo Nazionale Monza had already dedicated the Parabolica curve.

The ceremony was attended by Nadia and Noemi Alboreto, Michele's wife and daughter, the undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy and Finance, Federico Freni, the president of ACI, Angelo Sticchi Damiani, the president of the Lombardy Regional Council, Federico Romani, the mayor of Monza, Paolo Pilotto, the president of Sias, Giuseppe Redaelli and the author of the work, Lorenzo Martinoli.

The monument, which is located at the side of the paddock, represents Alboreto's helmet with its colors, sectioned in such a way as to create a sort of red colored trail effect and the famous 27 in white. 10 meters long and 2 meters high, it is made of 5 mm thick steel.

"Michele Alboreto was a great pilot, an excellent sports manager, a colleague of mine as vice president of CSAI and I was able to personally experience his value - explained the president of ACI, Angelo Sticchi Damiani - . In 2021 we named the Parabolica curve after him, now the Alboreto curve, and today we are here to show everyone a work created in his honor”.

Ten dispensers for sunscreen: an initiative in collaboration with LILT

At the same time as the Fanzone opened to the public, the distribution of SPF50 sunscreen began through 10 dispensers located within the circuit that work autonomously thanks to a built-in solar panel. The cream is dispensed automatically and hygienically. This is an initiative created by Autodromo Nazionale Monza in collaboration with LILT, the Italian League for the Fight against Cancer. According to 2023 data from Aiom (Italian Association of Medical Oncology), exposure to UV rays is the most important environmental risk factor for skin cancer.

The Fuori GP of Monza, Biassono and Vedano al Lambro also started

The first day of the Formula 1 Pirelli Italian Grand Prix also saw the opening of the Fuori GP 2024 of the Municipality of Monza, Biassono and Vedano al Lambro with numerous attractions for young and old fans and lots of music.

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FORMULA 1 PIRELLI ITALIAN GRAND PRIX: A CELEBRATION OF SPORT AND SOLIDARITY WITH RISE AGAINST HUNGER ITALY

On the occasion of the Formula 1 Pirelli Gran Premio d'Italia 2024, the Autodromo Nazionale Monza is transformed into a pulsating center of global solidarity. Rise Against Hunger Italia, the well-known international organization committed to fighting hunger and poverty in the world, will be there to involve the public in an extraordinary initiative: a solidarity race to support the population of Zimbabwe, severely affected by one of the most serious droughts in recent history.

Solidarity Runs at the Speed of Formula 1

From August 29 to September 1, visitors to the FanZone, located between the famous high-speed circuit and the straight that follows the Ascari curve, will have the opportunity to take part in a unique challenge: packaging meals for communities in need in Zimbabwe. In a celebration that evokes the team spirit of Formula 1, participants will come together to assemble ingredients and create nutritious meals, directly contributing to the well-being of thousands of families in a state of food emergency.

An Ambassador of Excellence: Claudia Peroni

Supporting and promoting the initiative will be sports journalist Claudia Peroni, an icon of world motorsport and ambassador of Rise Against Hunger Italia. With over a year of commitment alongside the organization, Claudia, known for her passionate reporting on the greatest drivers in the world, will be there to tell the story of the deep connection between the values of sport and those of solidarity.

Four Days of Events and Solidarity

The four days of the Grand Prix, from the afternoon of Thursday 29 August until the race on Sunday 1 September, will be packed with events and activities. The public will not only be spectators, but will become protagonists of a concrete act of solidarity, demonstrating how the energy and passion that animate Formula 1 can be put to the service of humanitarian causes of great importance.

Comment by the President of Rise Against Hunger Italia, Alberto Albieri

“I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to the organizers of the Autodromo Nazionale Monza for their extraordinary hospitality and for believing in the initiatives of Rise Against Hunger Italia. It is thanks to their support and their vision that today we can unite sport and solidarity in such a significant event” declared Alberto Albieri, President of Rise Against Hunger Italia. “It is a source of great pride for us to be here with Claudia, our Ambassador icon of this sport, a much-loved face by all fans of the world of racing.”

A Small Gesture for a Big Change

Rise Against Hunger Italia, active for over ten years, continues to spread a message of hope and change. Through events like this, the organization wants to demonstrate that, by joining forces, it is possible to fight and defeat hunger and poverty in the world. Every gesture of participation, every hour of volunteering, can make a difference in the lives of those who need it most.

Join Us: Together We Can Make a Difference

Anyone who wants to participate in the initiative will be welcome: the enthusiasm and contribution of the volunteers will be essential for the success of the event and to bring concrete help to those who, in Zimbabwe, are fighting for survival.

by adelaide