Wings of Hope AUA Airport Runway Run 2024
ORANJESTAD – Aruba Airport Authority N.V.’s (AAA)Wings of Hope (WoH) team recently organized the 2nd AUA Airport Runway Run 2024, where 125 runners gave back to the community in an unforgettable way.
In the presence of all runners and volunteers, the Wings of Hope team symbolically handed over an AWG 7,500.00 donation each to 2 foundations, including Trampolin Pa Trabao and Funari. Trampolin Pa Trabao’s goal is to find employment for people with limitations from 17 years and up by providing job training and matching their clients with local employers that best complement their potential. Funari focuses on the social integration of physically disabled individuals into society by keeping their minds and bodies active.
For the 2nd AUA Airport Runway Run 2024, all 125 runners ran a little over 5K, starting from Runway 11 to Runway 29 and back towards Runway 11 to reach the finish line. All runners received branded gadgets such as Safety Vests and hydration belt waist bags used during the run. To conclude the event, all runners got fresh refreshments, including branded coconuts with Wings of Hope’s new logo at the meeting point. AAA raffled 32 prizes among the participants, including electronics, sporting goods items, health and wellness vouchers, travel vouchers, and gardening vouchers.
To honor Wings of Hope’s efforts of executing social projects that positively impact the Aruban community, Wings of Hope also launched its new logo, which symbolizes resilience, compassion, and progress. It Demonstrates a promise to build a better tomorrow, where every individual has access to food, education, and opportunities for growth guided by the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. Wings of Hope will continue empowering communities and inspiring future generations.
AAA and WoH thank all volunteers, runners, organizations, and other service groups who participated in the 2nd AUA Airport Runway Run 2024 to make this an unforgettable and successful one.