Age Concern Fuengirola ferme son magasin pour un centre communautaire
Fuengirola, Espagne – Le 29 février 2024
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Age Concern Fuengirola is closing its charity shop in Los Boliches on October 28th.
Reasons for the closure:
Rising operational costs: It’s becoming more expensive to run the shop.
Decreased foot traffic: Fewer people are visiting the shop.
Lack of donations: They are receiving fewer donated items.
Increased online competition: Online platforms are providing more competition.
Volunteer recruitment challenges: Brexit has impacted volunteer numbers.Future Plans:
The funds previously supported by the shop will be redirected towards creating a new community center for its 300+ members.
The center will offer wellbeing and social activities,including first aid and dementia awareness courses.
Age concern hopes the new direction will attract more volunteers and strengthen their support for the elderly in the community.
The organization believes prioritizing other fundraising methods and focusing on the community center will be a better use of resources in the current economic climate.