There is a fundraising marathon on TVM2 from noon onwards today, (Sunday) in aid of the Arka Foundation of Ghajnsielem, Gozo.

The funds raised will go towards the running of Dar Arka that requires € 3,000 daily.

The Arka Foundation is a voluntary, non-profit making and non-governmental organisation that promotes the welfare of people with special needs and of their families, irrespective of their creed or nationality.

In 1995, the Arka Foundation felt the need of a Respite Centre in Gozo for disabled persons and their families.

The local church donated a sizable plot of land at Ghajnsielem, a few hundred metres away from the main harbour. Through the collective efforts of dedicated and talented Gozitans, under the guidance of the hard-working Mgr Manuel Curmi, a Respite Centre was built, the first one of its kind in Gozo.

It was officially opened on the 3rd of December, 2000. It has three levels and can accommodate 32 clients in 19 bedrooms, eleven of which are en-suite. It is fully air-conditioned centrally heated and equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including two therapeutic baths, two large heated pools, a jacuzzi, a gym, and wheelchair-friendly facilities.

The phone lines will be open at noon and the numbers for donation are as follows:

51602061 € 10

51702050 € 15

51802055 € 25

SMS 50617394 € 2.33

SMS 50618943 € 6.99

AUCTION 21569948.

Photo: Parliamentary Secretary Justyne Caruana on a visit yesterday to view the preparations underway for the fundraising marathon.

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