L’Écho Républicain, a local newspaper in France, presented a symbolic check worth €25,410 to the Peps association (Prevention education for health) on Saturday, June 24. Sébastien Besse, the departmental editorial director and editor-in-chief of L’Écho Républicain, handed over the check to Stéphane Lantz, the president of Peps.
The check was the result of the Foulées roses event, which was co-organized by L’Écho Républicain, ASPTT Chartres, and the Peps association. Participants of the event were required to pay a €10 registration fee, out of which €7 was intended for the association. The remaining €3 was used to cover the logistics of the event. Registration was free for individuals born after 2010.
The amount offered to Peps for the fight against cancer greatly exceeded last year’s donation of €19,297. Stéphane Lantz expressed his gratitude to everyone involved and wished good luck to the participants of the ninth edition of the event.
The check presentation ceremony was attended by José Rolo, the deputy mayor of Chartres in charge of sports, associative life, and youth, as well as Jérôme Halley, the president of ASPTT Chartres.
The event aimed to raise awareness about cancer and support the Peps association in their efforts to provide education and prevention programs for health. The generous donation will contribute to the association’s fight against cancer and help improve the lives of patients.
By Mathis Alloul
How much money did L’Écho Républicain donate to the Peps association during the Foulées roses event?
L’Écho Républicain, our beloved local newspaper in France, pulled out all the stops on Saturday, June 24. As the vibrant sun beamed down on the town, Sébastien Besse, the departmental editorial director and editor-in-chief of L’Écho Républicain, proudly presented a symbolic check worth €25,410 to Stéphane Lantz, the president of the remarkable Peps association (Prevention education for health).
Now, let’s dive into the exciting backstory behind this captivating event. The Foulées roses event, a collaborative effort between L’Écho Républicain, ASPTT Chartres, and the Peps association, served as the catalyst for this incredible donation. Participants of the event eagerly paid a €10 registration fee, with a lofty €7 designated for the association’s noble cause. As for the remaining €3, it was wisely allocated to cover the logistics of this awe-inspiring gathering. Oh, and did I mention that registration was absolutely free for those special individuals born after 2010? How marvelous!
Here’s the icing on the cake – this stunning amount of €25,410 offered to Peps this year, to combat cancer, crushed last year’s already impressive donation of €19,297. Stéphane Lantz could hardly contain his heartfelt gratitude towards every single person involved in this triumphant endeavor. And, with a twinkle in his eye, he wished the best of luck to all the extraordinary participants gearing up for the ninth edition of this magnificent event.
The check presentation ceremony was an elegant affair, graced by none other than the honorable José Rolo, the deputy mayor of Chartres, who happens to be in charge of sports, associative life, and youth. Joining him in this illustrious gathering was none other than Jérôme Halley, the president of ASPTT Chartres.
But let’s not forget the true purpose of this extraordinary event – raising awareness about cancer and supporting the remarkable Peps association in their unwavering efforts to provide education and prevention programs for health. With this incredibly generous donation, we are not simply throwing money at a cause; we are actively contributing to the association’s valiant battle against cancer, positively impacting the lives of countless patients.
In conclusion, kudos to L’Écho Républicain, ASPTT Chartres, and the remarkable Peps association, for coming together and igniting a flame of hope in the hearts of many. Through their unwavering dedication and the love poured into this event, they have created an immense force for good in our community. Together, we can make a difference.
