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The September 2020 newsletter has been published, regarding the latest volunteering trip held in July 2020. Download it by CLICKING HERE or in the "Gallery" -> "Report" section of the menu on our website.

Franco, Peppe, and Gaetano bring us news directly from our nurseries. The children are doing well, and the lessons continue regularly. Another great piece of news is that some teachers, thanks to the work of our association, have been hired by the Ministry. This...

A few days ago, dear Juma sent us some photos from our nurseries in Zanzibar, where lessons have resumed. The children will also attend school on Saturday and Sunday to make up for the lessons lost during the lockdown. On July 20, a small delegation from...

As previously communicated, the meeting-assembly of members and the board of directors was held in Telese, at the beautiful spaces provided by the management of the "Hotel La Piana." The two days, despite some absences due to exams or family reasons, saw...

Please be advised that the Members and Volunteers meeting will be held on July 11 and 12, 2020, in Telese (BN). For organizational reasons, please confirm your attendance by June 30, 2020. Below is the complete program: TELESE MEETING JULY 11 AND 12, 2020...

During the Coronavirus period... the cry of love from our volunteers. Click on the image to enlarge or download the brochure in PDF format by clicking here.

May 21, 2020 Finally, yesterday, May 21, at 3:00 PM, the members' assembly was held. Unfortunately, the ongoing restrictions imposed by the pandemic prevented us from having a "warm" assembly. Many attended, many gave their proxies, and many were those...

Dear friends and members, for greater visibility and transparency of the assembly meeting, the following link has been created. Once opened, it must be completed with the required responses and submitted...

To all members, Notice of Assembly. We are at the beginning of May and it will certainly be until the end of June before (due to the virus) we are finally given the opportunity to regain our freedom to meet. In the minutes of the members' meeting in Naples –...

Dear friends, A small update from Zanzibar. As of today, there are about ten reported cases in the capital, some involving foreigners, while others have affected island residents. Immediately, airspace was closed, and no one has been allowed to enter...

Dear friends, We are pleased to inform you that we have received from "UNICREDIT IL MIO DONO" the ranking of the beneficiary organizations of a portion of the 200,000 euros made available by UNICREDIT for the Christmas 2019 initiative. Many associations participated, but only 162 are...

Dear friends, We are going through a difficult time that we all hope to overcome soon. The activities we had planned are currently on hold, but we remain in weekly contact with our correspondent, our friend JUMA. In Zanzibar, the situation is not...

After consulting with the President, we inform you that, due to the current developments of the Coronavirus situation, it is not possible to foresee attendance at the ordinary general meeting of the association scheduled for April 4, 2020 in Naples. Therefore, the meeting will be...

Dearest member friends, As planned, two more MOBILE CLINIC CAMPS have been carried out by the volunteer doctors of ZOP in Zanzibar, in the villages where some of our nurseries are located. We wanted to be present with some volunteers and with all our strength, but the...

The Elena D'Amanzo Project continues, as do the medical checkups at the nurseries. We are pleased to share with you the results of the third phase of the medical visits, which were sent to us by the Zanzibar Outreach Program (Z.O.P.). In the report we received...

On April 4, 2020, at 8:00 AM on first call, the ordinary general assembly of members is convened in Naples, Piazza Garibaldi, at Hotel Terminus. If the legal quorum is not reached, the members’ assembly will be convened on second call...

Dear supporters and volunteers, The president has decided that on April 4, 2020, at 9:30 AM, the ordinary general assembly of members will be held at "Hotel Terminus" in Piazza Garibaldi, Naples, just a few steps from the central station. Further details will be provided shortly...

We have received from the “ZANZIBAR OUTREACH PROGRAM” the first report of the "Mobile Clinic Camp" in the village of Uzi, managed by Dr. Naufal from the “ZOP” association. A total of 442 patients were seen. Discover in detail the results and some...

Dear friends, Breaking from the usual Zanzibar departures, a trip was organized from January 14 to 19, 2020. The justified absence of our dear friend Peppe, due to serious family reasons, and the justified absence of the volunteers, almost all engaged...

"Today, we were finally able to see the realization of a mobile camp. We left in the morning for Uzi, where, upon our arrival, we found all the doctors already working and many people already lined up since the morning. They had the opportunity to...

Dear friends, donors, and volunteers, For the past three days, Franco and Federico have been in Zanzibar. As always, the journey is long and tiring, but this time we are happier and more excited than usual. Words cannot explain our pride, our hearts are beating...

As part of the "Elena D'Amanzo Project," from January 15 to 17, 2020, the "Zanzibar Outreach Program" team, a medical association collaborating with Gocce d'Amore, will bring 160 children from various schools to a hospital facility for medical...

Dear volunteers, following the volunteer training meetings held in Rome, Naples, and Salerno, we are sharing some important information with you. WORK GROUPS (DOWNLOAD ATTACHMENT) We ask all volunteers to identify a thematic area and...

December 8th and 15th were two special Sundays for us. As guests of the Essetre Olimpic association in Rome, at the Torrino gym (Eur Roma), we had the opportunity to present the Elena project during the Artistic and Rhythmic Gymnastics exhibitions.

The "My Gift" initiative by Unicredit is back. From December 4, 2019, to January 29, 2020, with just one click, you can support our projects with concrete help in less than 2 minutes. By clicking on the following link -> www.ilmiodono.it/goccedamore <-...

On Sunday, December 8th at 5:00 PM at the Palatorrino in Rome, the Essetre Olimpic Association, which supports us in the Elena D'Amanzo Project, will dedicate the Artistic Gymnastics Dance Exhibition to the project. It will be a moment to remember Elena, to tell the story of the project, and its...

In the beautiful venue, the headquarters of our association, the third and final meeting of volunteers and members was held. The topics discussed were those listed in the meeting agenda, with 13 volunteers present, along with members and board members...

Dear Volunteers and Members, we are forwarding the activity schedule for the meeting that will be held in Salerno on December 1st, along with the information for volunteers, which should be read carefully before the meeting. 10:00 AM: Meeting start and greeting from the President 10:30 AM: Presentation...

On December 1, 2019, in Salerno, at the Association's headquarters – Corso Vittorio Emanuele, 140 – at 10:00 AM, the third meeting of volunteers will be held. Members who wish to participate are welcome to attend the meeting. From 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, there will be a breakfast...

On November 16, 2019, at the Hotel Terminus in Naples, the second volunteers meeting was held. Over 30 people attended, including both old and new volunteers, as well as some members. The topics discussed, according to the agenda, included a speech by the President...

Naples, 10:00 AM at Hotel Terminus Greeting from the President – Speech by the President on the purpose of the meetings: Volunteer involvement – both old and new volunteers – It is reminded that the association's meetings are open to all members – It is reminded that the goals...

We are launching the Solidarity Initiative Christmas 2019. It is with great pleasure that we present the new hand-painted Vietri ceramic Christmas decorations. We look forward to receiving your orders. Minimum contribution of €10. For more information, call 328 029 8280.

Dear volunteer friends, On Saturday, November 16th at 10:00 AM, the second volunteers meeting will be held at the Hotel Terminus, located in Piazza Garibaldi (immediately on the left after exiting the station). From 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, there will be a working breakfast...

On Sunday, October 20th, at 10:30 AM, the first of the three volunteers meetings was held at the location provided by the Salesian Institute in Via Marsala, Rome. Over 20 people attended, and after the reading of the President's letter, who was absent due to...

The grand finale. The dreaded last day has arrived. Here we are. So, wake up early, heart in hand, and off to the Charawe nursery. It is said that nothing happens by coincidence, and I believe that the village of Charawe, as the final stop of our trip...

During the night, a heavy downpour accompanied our sleep as volunteers, taking with it the electricity and water. This morning, with an early wake-up call, the rain that showed no sign of stopping, and the awareness that this wonderful adventure...

It's 7:30 AM, and the alarm has already gone off. Ali's tireless blender is already at work, and big dark clouds are covering the beautiful sun that has been shining on my days for the past 7 days. Today, there are many children, but there is also a strong desire to return to the laughter...

It all started in March, or maybe a bit earlier. The greatest weapon is always love, and so, with my mind full of thoughts, some time ago I shared with a dear person about Mfumbwi, a small village in Jambiani that had been asking for our help for years. Maintaining 11...

Still tired from the previous day, filled with emotions, but ready for more colorful clouds of smiling children, we head by minibus towards Unguja. We are welcomed by many choruses of songs in Swahili, many "Jumbo!", many huge eyes, lots of little shirts and veils...

The night brings a storm, but the morning is illuminated by the warm Zanzibar sun. The alarm goes off early, but the energy is high. Today, we are heading to one of the most scenic and untouched places on this island, Uzi Island. Access to this island is only possible by...

This morning, when I woke up, I was extremely excited. I was excited because, a few hours later, we would reach two nurseries that represent the beginning of my connection with Africa. After breakfast, we took a walk that would lead us to the first nursery, the one...

Breakfast is on the table, fresh fruit and eggs are on the plates, and the volunteers are getting ready to get to work. Today, we're heading to the Mwendawima and Chibuteni nurseries to bring cookies and little books. In the past few months, the volunteers have worked hard to create a...

IT IS COMMUNICATED WITH THE ATTACHED DOCUMENT THAT THREE MEETINGS ARE BEING ORGANIZED, WHICH CAN BE ATTENDED BY ALL MEMBERS AND ALL VOLUNTEERS WHO, BY COMPLETING AND SENDING THE QUESTIONNAIRE, HAVE EXPRESSED THEIR WILLINGNESS TO ACTIVELY COLLABORATE WITH THE INITIATIVES...

The board meeting was held in Salerno at the association's headquarters, as previously announced. The meeting, which started at 2:00 PM, concluded after 5:00 PM with the presence of six out of seven representatives, some of whom attended via teleconference. There were many important and qualifying points...

On September 6, 2019, at 8:00 AM, the Board of Directors of the Association is called to meet in the first convocation at the Salerno headquarters at "Corso Vittorio Emanuele, 140". In the event that the quorum for decisions is not reached, a second convocation will be scheduled...

We are pleased to inform you that the Board of Directors of Gocce d'Amore Onlus has selected the following individuals to participate in the upcoming volunteering trip, which will last approximately 10 days, from September 29th to October 11th. The following names: Josephine...

From July 31st to August 8th, an encounter took place in the villages of Zanzibar with Francesca, Peppe, and Franco. Topics of the trip: - Assess the condition of the nurseries - Engage with the teachers about the new projects the association intends to implement for future sustainability...

As per the communication sent to all volunteers via email, at 10:30 AM on June 29th, the following individuals gathered in Salerno at the association's headquarters: - Gaetano Loffredo - Francesca Loffredo - Josephine Trasi - Sara Vitiello - Francesco Caliendo - Francesco Trasi - Giorgio...

Good afternoon everyone, This message serves as the official notice of the Board of Directors meeting of our Association. The Board meeting will be held: - In first call on June 26th, 2019, from 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM - In second call on June 28th...

Dear Volunteer, We are pleased to invite you to the second meeting dedicated to the volunteer training program in preparation for the September trip. The meeting will take place on **Saturday, June 29th**, from **10:00 AM to 5:00 PM**, at the **Allianz offices in Salerno** (Corso Vittorio..

The meeting held in Salerno was an opportunity for gathering and sharing, to showcase the results of the projects completed in recent months, to get to know the association and the active volunteers, and most importantly, to welcome new people interested in joining our mission.

Dear volunteer, we would like to remind you that on Sunday, May 19th, 2019, the volunteer meeting of Gocce d’Amore Onlus will take place in Salerno, at Corso Vittorio Emanuele 104, from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM. It is a valuable opportunity to meet and share, to present the results of the projects carried out in recent months, to get to know the association and its active volunteers, and above all to welcome new people interested in volunteering.

On Sunday, April 7th, 2019, a meeting of all volunteers was held in Rome at the Salesian Institute located near Termini Station. The meeting began at 11:00 AM and was attended by more than 15 people. Engaging speeches filled the day with important reflections, strengthening the sense of unity and shared purpose among the volunteers.

The Board of Directors of the association met on March 30th, 2019 at the headquarters in Salerno. During the meeting, the financial statements for the year 2018 were reviewed and approved, along with the budget forecast for 2019. The other items on the agenda were also discussed and approved, marking a significant step forward in the strategic and operational planning of the association’s activities.

By Arcangela Saverino. Rome, March 19, 2019 – The word "resilience" can have different meanings. Transforming pain into a great resource, into love for the most fragile, using it not to endure but to regenerate, is the meaning it takes in the story that...

Meeting of volunteers, members, and board of directors on February 16, 2019, at "Aquapetra" – Telese (BN)

Here are some photographs from the meeting with Members, Volunteers, and the Board of Directors, held on January 19, 2019, in Salerno.

Join the 3rd training meeting for Members and Volunteers. We are waiting for you on Saturday, January 19, at 11:00 AM in Salerno. Confirm your participation.

A drop can take on many forms, especially at Christmas. This year, Sol'Art Vietri Ceramics, by reinterpreting the concept of a drop, has created these wonderful hand-painted Christmas decorations. With a minimum contribution of €10, you can have one...

Join the 2nd training session for Members and Volunteers. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, December 15th in Naples.

With the aim of supporting the 2019 projects, we are once again launching a new solidarity initiative in collaboration with Sol'Art Vietri Ceramics. It is with great pleasure that we present to you "The dance of the anchovies... In drops of love", a collection of little tiles...

Meeting with Volunteers in Rome on 11/10/2018

On 09/23/2018, the meeting with Members and Volunteers was held at the Grand Hotel in Telese.

Starting from November 2018, a series of meetings dedicated to the training of members and volunteers began. 4 dates, 4 cities to allow everyone to participate in the discussion on new projects and to train for active volunteering in Italy and Africa. The details of each...

On April 28, 2018, in Salerno, at the Association's headquarters, the Extraordinary General Assembly of Members was held. During the assembly, the positions were renewed. The new Board of Directors was then appointed, consisting of: Lucio Bifolco, Shata Diallo, ...

Meeting with volunteers in Rome on May 27, 2017.

Saturday, April 1, 2017 – a strange date to organize an event. Despite everything, we gave it a try. In the beautiful Grassano Park in Telese Terme, accompanied by a lovely sunny day, we set out to meet many young people that...