The Volunteers of the Order organised a sparkling brunch at the Contessa, at The Phoenicia, Valletta on Saturday, 15 June 2025. The brunch involved free flowing Prosecco, a selection of delicious entrées followed by a lavish set menu. To close off the brunch, a raffle was drawn and various prizes were won. Many thanks all those that participated and contributed towards the success of this event, as well as to the generous sponsors that donated the raffle prizes.
On May 28th, over 100 guests and volunteers came together at Kulu Marsa Sports Club for a fun-filled afternoon of games and good food!
The event kicked off with bruschetta and dips served alongside the first round of bingo. After a delicious pizza break, the excitement continued with a second round—complete with fantastic prizes and goodies, generously provided by our sponsors. 🏆🎁
A heartfelt thank you to Kulu Marsa Sports Club for hosting us so warmly. It was a joyful afternoon enjoyed by all!
The Lourdes Personnel Reunion was held on Wednesday, 22nd May at 20:00 at Medea, Salini, bringing together just under 100 attendees for an enjoyable evening BBQ on the terrace.
The relaxed atmosphere offered volunteers the perfect opportunity to reconnect and share meaningful experiences from their time in Lourdes.
As the evening drew to a close, VOTO Chairperson, Ms Diana Testaferrata Moroni Viani took a moment to thank all those present for their ongoing support and active participation. She was joined by MASMOM President, Dr Michael Grech, who also expressed his gratitude to the volunteers for their dedication during the Lourdes pilgrimage, and commended VOTO for its continued commitment to supporting fundraising efforts.
Special mention was also made of the Lenten Talk: Drinks & Nibbles event sponsored by Drift on 14th April. A cheque was officially presented to VOTO and MAMOM by Simon Mamo on behalf of drift to support the upcoming VOTO and MASMOM pilgrimages to Ta’ Pinu in Gozo.
Video footage of event can be found here:
On the 14th of April, volunteers and members of the Order gathered at Ibrag Parish Church for a spiritually enriching Lenten Talk delivered by Mgr Brendan Gatt. His moving reflection was the heart of the evening, providing a profound moment of reflection and spiritual inspiration in preparation for Easter.
🇪🇸 AYU Spanish Night – A VOTO Outreach Event 🍷
On February 17, 2025, the Volunteers of The Order (VOTO) hosted a vibrant Spanish Night at AYU – The Travelers Kitchen, bringing together a great crowd to enjoy good wine, great company, and a taste of what VOTO is all about.
The evening was filled with delicious Spanish wines courtesy of Farsons Direct and mouthwatering Spanish nibbles, creating the perfect atmosphere for connection and conversation. Spanish dancers from Company of Dance Arts added an extra flair to the evening as they brought the spirit of Spain to life with their mesmerising performances! 💃
With around 60 attendees, this event was a fantastic opportunity to connect with new faces, welcome potential volunteers and donors and build awareness about VOTO’s mission.
A big thank you to everyone who supported this event and to all who attended, making it a memorable night!
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VOTO Ladies Night 2025 ✨
Our annual Ladies Night took place on February 7th at Vecchia Napoli, Salini, and it was a fantastic evening enjoyed by all! 🎉
A big thank you to the wonderful team at Vecchia Napoli for their warm hospitality, great menu, and special rate, making this event possible.
With 16 volunteers and 32 patients in attendance, we had a total of 48 guests sharing good food, laughter, and great company. 🥂
📸 Photo by Doris Aquilina
The Volunteers of the Order organised a Christmas gathering for members and aspirants at AYU, The Travellers Kitchen, Gzira on the 9th December 2024. An advent talk was held by Mgr Brendan Gatt at the Gzira Parish Church. Following the talk, drinks and nibbles were served to the 44 attendees present. To add an exciting twist to this festive gathering, each attendee was presented with a raffle ticket upon arrival, creating an air of anticipation throughout the evening. As the night concluded, a lottery was drawn, and 2 lucky winners took two prizes home. It was indeed a very pleasant evening, providing a wonderful opportunity for members to connect, unwind, and reflect on the spirit of unity and celebration during this festive season. VOTO Council wishes all members and their families a happy, holy Christmas!
Children’s Christmas Party 4th December 2024
The Volunteers of the Order organised a Christmas party on the 4th December at the Marsa Sports Club, bringing together cherished guests and friends. Just under 100 Guests and Volunteers were present to join in the fun. Participants were served starters of bruschetta and a dip, a selection of sausages and burgers for the main course, followed by dessert and coffee. In the spirit of the festive season, Father Christmas made an unexpected entrance after dinner, delighting everyone with the distribution of Christmas gifts and hampers.
Heartfelt thanks from all of us at VOTO to the Deloitte Foundation, Malta for once again sponsoring the Christmas presents for our dear guests and friends. Our Annual Christmas Party was also supported by the Marsa Sports Club as well as De Mattos & Sullivan.
Season’s Greetings to all!
The Volunteers of The Order hosted their annual Fundraising Autumn Lunch at Villa Arrigo on Sunday, 17th November 2024. The event saw an impressive turnout, with 228 adults, 24 children, and 22 volunteers contributing their time and energy throughout the day.
The afternoon began with a holy mass celebrated by Mgr Brendan Gatt. Following this, attendees enjoyed a selection of welcome drinks and appetisers served by our dedicated volunteers. The seated lunch consisted of orecchiette and artichoke entrée, the traditional slow-roasted pork accompanied by honey-glazed pumpkin, roast potatoes, peas with pancetta, and broccoli au gratin. Children were treated to a homemade timpana. The meal concluded with an array of delightful desserts and petit fours, lovingly prepared by numerous volunteers, served alongside coffee.
The afternoon was capped off with an exciting raffle with 18 prizes generously donated by Vignobles LeGault, The Westin Dragonara Hotel, Virtu Ferries, The Salini Hotel, Michelle Gialanze’, Henry Falzon, Optika, The Phoenicia Hotel, iCentre, Zartera Gallery & Atelier, Greta Psaila Savona, Rubicon, Marina Bay, Celio, The Seabank Hotel, Miranda Publishers, and Derek Garden Centre. This event was lovingly organised by the dedicated members of the VOTO Council, whose tireless efforts, alongside the invaluable support of numerous volunteers, ensured its success. Special thanks go to Villa Arrigo, to all sponsors, donors, and supporters, and all those who attended. Such generosity and enthusiasm enable VOTO to continue raising funds for our cherished special Guests – funds raised from this event contribute towards pilgrims attending the upcoming Order of Malta Pilgrimage to Lourdes. Heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to making this gathering such a resounding success!
Watch our Autumn Lunch video through this link: VOTO November Lunch
