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Diahuebs, 12 October 2023 AWEMainta LOCAL NEWS 37
Mary Joan Foundation’s Pink Hike
Discover Nature, Discover Yourself
OCTOBER is the month when the Aruban community passes, dinner for two, and much more.
focuses on breast cancer awareness. Celebrating its 16th
year of existence, the Mary Joan Foundation is raising funds Participants are encouraged to wear light and bright colors
to continue providing services to the Aruban community and and decorate their T-shirts with lights for a memorable
its clients. photo opportunity during the hike.
For those purchasing 10 tickets or more, the tickets will be
Every year, during the month of October, Mary Joan delivered to you.
Foundation raises funds through collections and its well- Participants are urged to arrive early, before 6 AM, to stretch
known Pink Walk. This year, the foundation aims to connect and prepare for the Pink Hike, which begins at 6:30 AM. At
you with nature. The traditional Pink Walk is undergoing a the end of the hike, you can enjoy a delicious Nescafe coffee,
transformation and will become a Pink Hike with the theme Elle & Vire yogurt, Spa water, and more surprises.
“Discover Nature, Discover Yourself.” This shift of focus not
only raises awareness about breast cancer but also empha- A heartfelt thank you to all the sponsors who have made this
sizes mental health. Pink Hike possible. A special request goes out to all business
owners who wish to place a collection box in their stores to
The hike will take place on October 29th, starting at 6:30 AM get in touch with us.
from Bushiribana, heading towards the Natural Bridge, and
ending at the same starting point. The contribution is AWG Mary Joan Foundation aims to collect 60,000 florins to cover
15. The first 100 Pink Hike participants will receive a goodie the foundation’s expenses. Throughout the year, the foun-
bag with products from Martijn Trading - Libresse and Aruba dation hosts activities for its clients, provides support for
Aloe. psychologist treatments, and runs the “One Wig, One Smile”
project. This year, we have pink ribbons for sale at AWG 3
This year, there will be a competition among participants each and foundation pins for AWG 7.50.
who come dressed in their Pink Hike T-shirts, cups, or ther- Tickets for the Pink Hike are available at the Mary Joan
moses beautifully decorated according to the hike’s theme, Foundation, Caya Appeldam #2, Dakota, at the Atha Building.
Mary Joan Foundation’s logo, or seated roses. Winners will You can also contact us via WhatsApp at 594-0919 and
have the chance to win prizes such as weekend stays, day follow us on Facebook at Mary Joan Foundation.
