Cap Ternay Achievement report - October 2016

Report Title
Charity Annual Raft Race
Objective
Hold a raft race to raise funds for Presidents Village Orphanage.
Summary
GVI held a raft race and BBQ day to raise funds for one of our local partners,
Presidents Village. Encouraged local organizations and NGOs to participate in a
fun filled day for a good cause.

Report
On October 8th GVI held its annual raft race in the bay of Ternay. With a record
attendance of 13 teams from NGOs, local businesses, the Seychelles National
Parks Authority (SNPA) and 3 teams from GVI fun and chaos abound.
With each of the staff members reaching out to the environmentally aware
companies around Mah a diverse group of people arrived at the base to partake

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in the days events. Each team was comprised of 4 team members and many,
many friends and family cheering for them on the beach and other watercraft.

With so many people and so much at stake everyone gave it their all; in doing so
everyone had a hearty appetite. After the completion of the race we fired up the
BBQ with the help of SNPA. The remainder of the day was held up at base camp.
The base was alive with people from all over the island and everyone mingled
well. Making new connections and friendships the day was a great success.
While everyone had a great day, the main goals where not forgotten. With so
many teams entering the race, and buying lunch on the day, we were able to
raise much-needed funds for Presidents Village. Waiting on the whish list from
the kids and the much needed list from the staff, its going to be a great
Christmas for the orphans this year.
While none of the GVI teams won, SNPAs team retained their title, we where
able to win the Most Creative raft category; to the cheers of all staff and
volunteers.
Thanks to everyone who took part in this years event and we look forward to
seeing you all again next year!

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