We are a non-profit organisation, independent of public administrations, political parties and religious denominations and we have an innovative social project that is committed to society. It mainstay is children, health and the environment.
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Since its establishment in 1984, the Roger Torné Foundation has taken on a commitment with society of improving the wellbeing of children, first through sponsorship and, since 2004, focusing its efforts on its own social project.
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Airea are Fundació Roger Torné summer camps; the length of each one is ten days. They will take place on July, in El Polell country house which is located in Montseny Natural Park (St. Pere de Vilamajor). They are addressed to boys and girls aged from 7 to 12, suffering from breathing, allergy and obesity problems. The registration process is opened
Respiro are recreational and educational sessions addressed to children. They will take place all Saturdays from October to June in Montseny Natural Park. Physical lessons, yoga and workshops will be a part of the activities undertaken. The naturalistic workshops will be carried out together with Fundació Catalana de l’Esplai. Admissions process starts.
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