The DANA of October 29, 2024 not only left behind a desolate landscape in Valencia, but also deeply affected numerous small companies in the signage sector. Workshops and businesses that had been the livelihood of families and generating employment in the region for years were devastated in a matter of hours, buried under tons of mud and water.
In the face of this tragedy, at Signolia we have joined as collaborators in the initiative " Sign-makers in Valencia ", promoted by Aserluz. Our contribution has focused on the development of the campaign website and the configuration of the fundraising platform, with the aim of facilitating fundraising to support the affected sign companies, helping them to rebuild their businesses, recover jobs and restore hope to the affected families.
More than 25 signage companies in municipalities such as Paiporta, Algemesí and Picanya they have suffered catastrophic losses. Many of them have lost not only their work tools, but also the entire facilities where they operated, being forced to completely stop their activity. This not only directly affects the owners of these businesses, but also the families and employees who depended on them.
In total, 84 municipalities have been declared in emergency due to the DANA, and many of the affected companies belong to the signage sector, a key area in the economic and social activity of the region.
The campaign “ Sign-makers in Valencia ” was created with the purpose of bringing together all the actors in the graphic sector in Spain – from suppliers to the self-employed – to raise funds and directly support the affected companies. Organized by Aserluz , this solidarity initiative aims to ensure that 100% of the money raised, minus the minimum management costs, reaches the affected companies directly so that they can restart their activities.
The commitment of Aserluz It is total: intense work has been done on the collection of data on the affected companies and their situation. The association ensures that every euro raised is delivered directly and transparently.
Exist Three main modalities of collaboration within the "Signmakers for Valencia" initiative, designed so that any person or company can contribute according to their possibilities:
Donation of 1.000 € aimed at companies and suppliers in the graphic sector. This amount will make it possible to offer direct aid to the most affected companies.
With a donation of 100 € , you will receive an exclusive pack of technical manuals on CE Marking for illuminated signs. This material is ideal for those looking to improve the quality and regulatory compliance of their projects.
You can donate any amount, from small contributions to large contributions, as Every euro counts to give a little light to those who have lost everything.
Donations are managed through the secure platform My Grain of Sand , which allows contributions to be made by credit card, PayPal or Bizum. In addition, all donors receive a certificate that allows them to Deduct for tax purposes donation.
Transparency is a fundamental pillar of the initiative "Signmakers for Valencia" . Therefore, all the funds raised, except for the costs of managing the platform and payment gateways (around 6.5%), will be allocated entirely to the affected companies.
Aserluz undertakes to publish on its website ( www.aserluz.org ) and on the official campaign platform ( www.rotulistasporvalencia.com ) the full list of beneficiary companies, as well as the names of the donors who wish to do so. In addition, major donors will appear with their logo on the website in recognition of their support.
As for tax benefits, donations made through My Grain of Sand allow you to deduct up to one 80% of the amount donated (see details on the website) in the tax return. This means that a good part of your contribution will be returned to you when you file your Personal Income Tax or Corporation Tax.
A united sector to move forward
The sign industry in Spain has always proven to be a strong and supportive community, and now it's time to prove it once again. The campaign "Signmakers for Valencia" It's an opportunity to come together and support our colleagues in their time of greatest need.
With your donation, you're helping to rebuild workshops, bring back jobs, and restore hope to those who have lost everything. This collective effort will not only alleviate the immediate consequences of the DANA, but will also strengthen the signage sector as a whole.
Make your donation today and be part of the change. Together we are stronger.
