Children from the Central African Republic cheer after receiving gifts. [Photo/WeChat account: yueqingcishan]
The Wenzhou Secondary Preschool Normal School in Yueqing received a thank-you letter all the way from the Central African Republic on June 9, which read "We have received the gifts for the children. Your actions have expressed China's friendship towards the people of the Central African Republic. We are extremely grateful."
The gifts mentioned in the letter consisted of supplies such as desks, chairs, books and stationery donated by the Wenzhou school. The Central African children received the gifts on June 8, on the occasion of a charity event at a local middle school.
The African children beamed and cheered loudly after receiving the gifts, creating a lively atmosphere at the event.
"We planned and participated in the event three months ago, hoping to convey warmth and care to the children of the African country and help them grow up to be healthy and happy," said Jiang Gaolie, principal of the Wenzhou normal school.
All the funds used to purchase the supplies were raised by students at the school through self-written and self-performed children's plays as well as the sale of their handmade crafts.
"As a first-time director of the children's play, I have gained valuable experiences and a profound understanding of the importance of teamwork," said Lin Zhiling, the student director of the original children's play Tongtong's Adventure.
"From its inception to the final production, my classmates put in great effort as they managed to balance the pressures of their academic studies and utilized their spare time to choreograph the play," Lin added. "I hope to have the opportunity to bring our work to Africa, allowing local children to enjoy children's plays from Wenzhou."
The act of sending supplies and engaging in cultural exchanges not only fosters friendship but also promotes mutual understanding and support. It serves as a shining example of how small acts of kindness can have a significant impact on individuals and communities across borders.
An African child shows off his gift. [Photo/WeChat account: yueqingcishan]
