The Verein NL 40 in Kalvarienberggasse is a collaboration of experts from the fields of health, education, communication, social work, therapy, integration, as well as arts and culture. Their mission is to holistically support individuals. With 140 volunteers, they are fully engaged, particularly in facilitating integration and coping for refugee children as best as possible.

For this reason, the Bond Trading and Sales Team decided to give the nursery a fresh coat of paint and take some of the workload off their hands. Equipped with paint, brushes, ladders, masking tape, and team spirit, and under the guidance of Sonja Rappold, one of the project leaders at NL40, they got to work on June 22, 2024. In total, 7 rooms were completely repainted. Teams were divided according to expertise. This not only made them as efficient as possible but also provided a learning effect among the less experienced painters.

No spot or corner was left untouched. Despite the summery temperatures, a bead of sweat occasionally dripped down someone’s brow. The very hospitable refreshments, however, provided more pleasure than the work. After the paint had dried, the floor was cleaned, and waste was removed, the team enjoyed the beautiful garden with a drink.

Author: Goran Hoblaj