The Gibraltar Youth Service’s Youth Symposium Group recently held a successful Raffle and Bake Sale Fundraiser.  

A statement from the Government follows below:

The Gibraltar Youth Service, on behalf of the Ministry of Youth is delighted to share the success  of its recent Raffle and Bake Sale Fundraiser held by the Youth Symposium Group.  

The funds raised will be used to buy music equipment for the residents of the Cheshire Home in  Tangier, Morrocco. The group visited the Home in June this year and formed valuable connections  with the residents. The Youth Service is committed to offering young people international charity  travel opportunities that promote personal growth, cultural exchange and community service. 

The fundraiser provided the young people the opportunity to take responsibility, develop  teamwork and demonstrate community spirit whilst working together towards a shared goal which  strengthens community ties. 

The Youth Service would like to thank the local businesses who donated prizes for the raffle and  the families and supporters who contributed gift vouchers, cakes and prizes. 

Minister for Youth, the Hon. Christian Santos GMD MP said; “This type of event is so valuable as  it gives young people responsibility and a shared goal. The Youth Symposium is helping to give  young people the confidence to have a voice and lead on projects they feel are important. Gibraltar  is well known for its charitable support, and the Cheshire Homes is a deserving cause, so I am  pleased the Youth Symposium group decided to work on this initiative.”