Vilvoorde (Brussels morning newspaper) – Vilvoorde is opening a store for useful sports equipment, with donations collected in locations such as’ T Zeepardje. Councilor Laure Scheerlinck supports this initiative in association with Sport Vlaanderen.
Vilvoorde is opening a special store where people can buy sports equipment used for less money. The authorities mentioned that this will help people who need additional help to get the things they need to start exercising and practice sports.
The city expects this to help more people to become active and enjoy the benefits of sports. Councilor Laure Scheerlinck is helping to make a difference. He mentioned that the city knows that it is difficult for some people to join a sports club because they do not have enough money.
The Vilvoorde store is also asking people to donate their former sports team. The city will give this team to people who cannot afford to buy new equipment. The city expects this to encourage more people to act and improve their health.
Vilvoorde is working with local groups to collect used sports equipment. People can leave their old sports in the pool of the city, the horse of the sea. There is also a special donation box there. The city wants to make donations as convenient as possible for citizens, so they are placing donation boxes where citizens already participate in sports. He would like to donate many sports teams to help those in need. People can find more information about where to donate and on the program on the Vites website.
The city of Vilvoorde is working with other cities and towns in Flanders to collect used sports equipment. They are placing donation boxes in 17 different places through the region. This program is directed by Sport Vlaanderen.
They want to collect many sports teams so that they can give it to the people who need it. They mentioned that this helps people to practice sports, and also helps the environment because it gives Old Gear a new home. People can find a list of all cities and towns that participate in the program on the website.
