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local Friday 3 May 2024

One Love Foundation and Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort Host Successful

3rd Annual Charity Dog Walk & Run, Raising Over $22,000

The 3rd Annual 1-Mile and 5-KM and neutering are vital in effectively
Charity Dog Walk/Run, organized and compassionately managing
by One Love Foundation and Bucuti the stray population, which in turn
& Tara Beach Resort, marked a re- supports rescue organizations and
sounding success, drawing nearly improves the overall health and
200 participants and their furry quality of life for animals. These ef-
friends on King’s Day at Eagle Kids forts lead to fewer animals suffering
Park. The event raised over $22,000 in the streets, higher adoption rates,
for Stimami Sterilisami Foundation's and a more balanced and compas-
national spay and neuter program. sionate community.

The morning kicked off with an ener- FUNDASHON STIMAMI STERILISAMI
gizing stretching session led by Zoe Founded in 2016 by Bucuti & Tara
Loefstok, founder of Beach Yoga Beach Resort, the Stimami Sterilisami
Aruba, setting a positive tone for Additionally, their contribution of and Aruba Water bottles for pet Foundation continues to lead af-
the day. Participants then took to wonderful gift baskets for partici- owners. fordable and accessible spay and
the paths along the scenic Eagle pants greatly enhanced the expe- - EMCO: For generously providing neuter initiatives, playing a critical
Beach, walking or running the desig- rience for all participants. - Bucuti volunteer shirts for the event. - Zoe role in addressing the population of
nated 1-mile and 5-kilometer cours- & Tara Beach Resort: As the initiator Loefstok from Beach Yoga Aruba: stray animals in Aruba. This event not
es with their furry friends. and largest funder of the Stimami For leading the pre-event stretch- only raised significant funds but also
Sterilisami program, the resort has ing session. heightened awareness of the impor-
The day concluded with prizes and played a crucial role as a co-host - Damaris Ridderstap from the Lanta tance of these efforts.
raffles, adding excitement and re- and main organizer of the event. Ev- 'Riba radio show on Power101.7 FM:
warding participants for their con- ery year, they match all funds raised For her excellent MC skills and gen- As a non-profit organization dedi-
tributions. Prizes were generously by One Love Foundation, and this erously donating her time. cated to animal welfare, Stimami
provided by Purina & Compra and year was no exception, bringing the Sterilisami Foundation ensures that
One Love Foundation for: grand total raised during this event Stimami Sterilisami is immensely 100% of each donation is judiciously
- Best Royal Costume: Celebrating to $22,000 thanks to their generous grateful to Sgt. Peppers Friends, utilized to subsidize sterilization costs
a pup and its owner’s creative cos- donation. Their ongoing support and Luna Foundation, Criojio Trappers, for the general public and rescue or-
tumes in honor of Dutch culture or pivotal role in managing the logis- Animal Relief Foundation, New Life ganizations. We maintain transpar-
royalty. tics and facilitating volunteers were for Paws, and United Dogs, who ency and accountability, with our
- Best Rescue Hero Story: Recogniz- instrumental in ensuring the event's brought pups to the event who were financial records being audited and
ing three heartwarming adoption success. ready for adoption. Their participa- open to the public. q
stories that underscored the positive tion, along with the overwhelming
impact of rescuing animals. - Elite Productions & Entertainment: enthusiasm from attendees who For those inspired to support our
Special thanks to Managing Direc- registered to walk a rescue dog, was cause, donations can be made di-
Our heartfelt gratitude goes out to tor, Krish Mahtani, for generously crucial to the event's success. It was rectly to our bank account:
the following key organizers and providing the sound system, truss, truly heartwarming to witness par- Donation Details:
supporters: - One Love Founda- and staff for event support. ticipants teaming up with volunteers - Bank: Aruba Bank
tion: For three consecutive years, - Compra & Purina: For their sup- from these organizations, sharing - Account Number: 6012630190
they have been the creative force port and generous donations of stories of the pups on social media— - Account Name: FUNDASHON STI-
behind hosting the charity walk/ Purina gift baskets, AGAME hydra- a gesture that greatly enhances the MAMI STERILISAMI
run to support this vital cause. This tion drinks, and Tropic Ale bananas. animals' chances of finding loving, - Swift Code: ARUBAWAX
year, they achieved their highest - Tara Eco Supplies: For supply- forever homes. FUNDASHON STIMAMI STERILISAMI
fundraising milestone yet, raising an ing compostable cups and bowls, www.stimamisterilisami.com
impressive $11,000. which were perfectly utilized as in- Stimami Sterilisami’s program is es- Aruba Bank 6012630190
dividual water stations for the pups, pecially important because spaying KVK: S1744.0

Feeling parched? Grab refreshment by the side of the road!

(Oranjestad)—Touring the island in the blister-
ing heat can leave one feeling rather thirsty
and looking to cool off. Luckily there are a few
stands along the roads of Aruba that can offer
you just what you need: a nice, refreshing bev-
erage!

These “coconut stands” can be found at sever-
al locations on the island, where you can cool
off with delicious smoothies, drinks, snacks, and
of course, fresh coconuts! Perfect during family
outings around the island, these stands can be
found in the following locations:
- Near the red Anchor in San Nicolas
- On the Linear Park in Oranjestad (in front
of airport runway)
- At the California Light House hill
- Bushiribana Gold Mill Ruin
- Bushiribana Beach (Near the Ling &
Song Supermarket) q