A record €1,040,855 was raised for Dar tal-Providenza during the annual 'Feast of Generosity' fundraising marathon yesterday, New Year's Day.
The home's director Fr Martin Micallef said the latest edition of the so-called Feast of Generosity has once again shown the solidarity with and generosity of the Maltese people towards Id-Dar tal-Providenza.
“The funds will help the home continue to improve on the quality of life of its residents.”
President Marie-Louise Coleiro Preca, Prime Minister Joseph Muscat, Opposition leader Simon Busuttil and Archbishop Emeritus Paul Cremona were among those who attended the event.
This was the 20th edition of New Year's Day fundraiser for Dar tal-Providenza, which houses people with disabilities.
On Boxing Day, a record of €4 million were raised for L-Istrina.