The Fuenlabrada City Council ensures the feeding of 744 at-risk minors during the holidays. This initiative, which has been repeated for thirteen years, aims to mitigate the impact of school closures.
The Fuenlabrada City Council has announced an investment of 97,264 euros to guarantee the feeding of 744 boys and girls belonging to 338 families in vulnerable situations during the summer. This measure is part of the Municipal Fund for Child Protection and aims to alleviate the food needs that arise with the closure of school canteens. Since its implementation in 2013, this program has been essential to ensure that no child goes hungry when schools close their doors. Raúl Hernández, Councillor for Social Welfare, highlighted the importance of this aid: "This is a program that the City Council has been developing since 2013 to prevent the neglect of children when schools close and they can no longer attend the school canteen." The allocation is part of a larger municipal fund, endowed with more than one million euros, aimed at addressing various social needs in the community.
Throughout the summer, the beneficiaries will be able to receive food both at home and in the municipal Fuenlicolonias or camps organized by the City Council. Such initiatives are crucial, especially in times when many families face sudden drops in income due to various economic circumstances.
The continuity of the program reflects a sustained commitment from the local government towards child protection and social welfare. Compared to previous years, where significant resources were also allocated for this purpose, the current figure shows a clear intention from the City Council to adapt to the growing needs arising from adverse economic situations.
As the start of the summer period approaches, it is vital to remember that this aid not only benefits the children directly involved but also alleviates the economic burden on their families. With this action, Fuenlabrada reaffirms its role as a leader in social policies aimed at child welfare.
Those interested can obtain more information on how to access this aid by visiting the official website of the City Council or directly contacting local social services before the start of summer.
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