Toussaint’s Journey: “I was next on the list…”
Toussaint arrived in France at the age of 16 as an orphan, fleeing death threats in his home country, the Democratic Republic of Congo. Here is his story and how a …
Lake Aid works with charity Alfa3A to help local families in need
by Felicity Fallon In response to the ongoing Covid situation that is causing so much hardship to low income and vulnerable families, Lake Aid recently wrote to 10 charity partners in …
Support Team Lake Aid in the Ascent of La Tournette 2020!
Support Team Lake Aid in the Ascent of La Tournette 2020! For the third consecutive year, Lake Aid is taking part in the legendary hike/run race “La Montée de La …
Helping children keep up with their schooling during lockdown
Covid-19 confinement has been particularly challenging for the asylum seeking and homeless children who Lake Aid supports. Providing tablets and computers has been key to helping them continue their schooling. …
Order your Lake Aid Face Mask here!
Lake Aid Face Masks are made by local asylum seekers and volunteers. This project supports people in need, as well as a quality product to protect you and those around …
Christmas Party Donations
Please give Lake Aid your old toys for the Christmas Party! Every year Lake Aid teams up with Secours Populaire and Collectif Urgences Rom to organise a fantastic Christmas Party …
Successful fundraising day for Lake Aid!
On Sunday 1st September, 30 Lake Aiders took part in La Montee de la Tournette to raise money for Lake Aid. Setting out from Talloires, Team Lake Aid hiked up …
Suzanne recaps another successful ‘Colo Solidaire’ at Menthon Saint Bernard
Thanks to financial assistance from Lake Aid, another successful Colo Solidaire is on the books! During the Toussaint Holiday 21 through 28 October, nine children living in difficult situations from …
Summer Camps for three children from L’Étape du Semnoz
In partnership with Secours Populaire, Lake Aid helped three children living at the Etape du Semnoz go on a 10 day holiday camp this summer! The joined a group of …
Yoga — creative ways to make a difference
For several months, Yoga instructor Claudia Seymour has been offering yoga instruction for the women living in temporary and emergency accommodation at L’Étape de Semnoz. The class takes place weekly …
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