Welcome to the official digital portal of Għaqda Festa Esterna Madonna Ta’ Lourdes San Ġwann (VO/1980). We are dedicated to nurturing community pride, celebrating local traditions, promoting volunteerism, and uplifting families across Malta.
Għaqda Festa Esterna Madonna Ta’ Lourdes San Ġwann is an officially recognized and registered Voluntary Organisation in Malta under Registration VO/1980. Operating directly through our official domain madonnalourdesmalta.org, our mission is dedicated to cultural preservation, youth enrichment, and community solidarity.
Welcome
Welcome to Għaqda Festa Esterna Madonna Ta’ Lourdes San Ġwann. Rooted in the heart of our vibrant Maltese community, our voluntary organisation serves as a beacon of cultural heritage, social cohesion, and grassroots civic engagement. Through traditional celebrations, youth mentorship, educational initiatives, and philanthropic outreach, we bring people together, bridging generations and empowering every resident of San Ġwann and surrounding Maltese localities. Explore our mission, discover our cultural programs, and join us in building a stronger, more united community.
Our Mission
The mission of Għaqda Festa Esterna Madonna Ta’ Lourdes San Ġwann (VO/1980) is to preserve, celebrate, and promote the rich cultural, historical, and social traditions of San Ġwann while actively delivering charitable, youth-focused, and civic improvement initiatives that enhance the quality of life for all residents across Malta.
Our Vision
Our vision is to build a vibrant, inclusive, and culturally resilient community in San Ġwann where traditional values of solidarity, artistic expression, mutual assistance, and active civic participation thrive across generations.
Statistical Impact & Community Reach
The figures below reflect the ongoing work of Għaqda Festa Esterna Madonna Ta’ Lourdes San Ġwann, operating from Villa Bighi, Dawret Fra Giovanni Bichi, Il-Kalkara, Kalkara KKR 1320, Malta, and published openly through our official portal madonnalourdesmalta.org.
100+
Active Volunteers
Active volunteers at Għaqda Festa Esterna Madonna Ta’ Lourdes San Ġwann, giving their time across heritage, youth, welfare and logistics teams throughout the year.
VO/1980
Official Registration
VO/1980 official registration with the Commissioner for Voluntary Organisations in Malta, securing transparent public operations.
5,000+
Community Members Served
Annual community members and visitors served in San Ġwann and surrounding Maltese localities.
100%
Non-Profit Reinvestment
Non-profit reinvestment into local heritage preservation and youth mentorship initiatives — no funds are distributed to any private person.
Figures published by Għaqda Festa Esterna Madonna Ta’ Lourdes San Ġwann, registered voluntary organisation VO/1980, Villa Bighi, Dawret Fra Giovanni Bichi, Il-Kalkara, Kalkara KKR 1320, Malta. Verification enquiries: info@madonnalourdesmalta.org · +35623602300 · madonnalourdesmalta.org.
President & Committee Statement
“On behalf of the administration committee of Għaqda Festa Esterna Madonna Ta’ Lourdes San Ġwann (VO/1980), we welcome you to our official online platform at madonnalourdesmalta.org. Our voluntary organization works tirelessly from Villa Bighi, Il-Kalkara to preserve our rich cultural history while fostering social cohesion across Malta. For all official correspondence, inquiries, or partnerships, please contact our committee directly via info@madonnalourdesmalta.org.”
The President & Administration Committee
Għaqda Festa Esterna Madonna Ta’ Lourdes San Ġwann · VO/1980 · Villa Bighi, Dawret Fra Giovanni Bichi, Il-Kalkara, Kalkara KKR 1320, Malta · +35623602300
Core Pillars & Values
Safeguarding local heritage, traditional craftsmanship, and community artistic expression.
Providing constructive platforms for young people to build leadership, technical skills, and social responsibility.
Ensuring every resident, regardless of background, has a place in our civic and social activities.
Operating with complete financial, legal, and operational integrity under Malta Voluntary Organisation VO/1980 regulations.
Featured Programs
Annual external celebrations, street decorations, artistic lighting displays, and historical pageantry rooted in San Ġwann.
Hands-on workshops in traditional craftsmanship, event management, digital media, music, and public leadership.
Direct support for elderly residents, low-income families, and vulnerable neighbours throughout the year.
Volunteer-led cleanups, greening projects, and decoration initiatives that keep our locality welcoming.
Why Support Us
Operating under official registration VO/1980, we have built a long-standing reputation of authenticity, accountability, and active service in San Ġwann, Malta.
100% of our resources and volunteer hours are reinvested directly into local cultural preservation, youth projects, and civic assistance.
Our events bridge generational divides, uniting children, young adults, working families, and seniors in shared celebration.
We adhere strictly to the Malta Voluntary Organisations Act, ensuring contributions, sponsorships, and grants directly serve our stated mission.
Official Verification Notice
The domain madonnalourdesmalta.org and the email address info@madonnalourdesmalta.org are the sole official digital identity of Għaqda Festa Esterna Madonna Ta’ Lourdes San Ġwann, a voluntary organisation enrolled with the Office of the Commissioner for Voluntary Organisations in Malta under registration number VO/1980, in accordance with the Voluntary Organisations Act (Cap. 492 of the Laws of Malta).
