The new Vale da Moira will be born hand in hand between generations. And we have already started, in a partnership between the Biond Association, the Boa Vista Elementary School, the community... and you! Together, we will erase the marks of the storm and plant the future today!
THE PROJECT
The Moira Valley is the green heart of Boa Vista.
After the devastating passage of Storm Kristin, our park was left in ruins: fallen trees, unusable street furniture, leaks in the snack bar, and a silence where smiles once resided. But we will not give up!
We launched this campaign so that the New Vale da Moira can be born stronger, more resilient and, above all, by the hands of those who love it most. This is not just a reconstruction project; it is a community movement with solid foundations.
And we've already begun!
Phase 1 - Planting 19 trees with the children from Boa Vista Elementary School.
In the first phase, celebrating World Forest Day, we removed some stumps and planted the first 19 trees. The Biond Association and the Municipality of Leiria guarantee technical rigor and environmental consultancy. Together, we are planning a smart reforestation project, with native species that protect the soil and resist climate change.
OUR PARTNERSHIPS
🌿 A Living Laboratory: EB da Boa Vista
With the involvement of the Boa Vista Basic School (located "a stone's throw" from the park), the children take on the role of the true "mentors" of this rebirth. They monitor the terrain and are the guardians of this living laboratory, where environmental education takes place outside the classroom.
🤝 Intergenerational Gathering: Our Social Solidarity Institution
Vale da Moira is a meeting point between generations, both in the community (parish) and in the region (Leiria). The park's support bar has been provided by volunteers from the Boa Vista Solidarity Association (IPSS) , in a fundamental partnership with the Union of Parishes of Santa Eufémia and Boa Vista . Restoring the park is also about restoring dignity to the work of these volunteers, improving the quality of life and leisure of our elderly and their families.
Your help is essential.
For this project to come to life, everyone's involvement is essential. Every contribution counts in restoring safety, beauty, and joy to our Valley.
But the heart of this project is the children of the Boa Vista Basic School . They are already involved in monitoring the space and learning about local biodiversity. By supporting the campaign, you are not just buying benches or tables; you are investing in a living laboratory where our children learn to care for nature.
We're counting on everyone... and on you! Together, we will plant the future!
Parque do Vale da Moira: cenário de destruição 2
About the author
The Union of Parishes of Santa Eufémia and Boa Vista has, within the current legal framework, responsibilities in promoting and safeguarding the interests of the population in fundamental areas such as Education, the Environment, Development, and Community Protection. Therefore, we are taking the lead on this project, but we are not doing it alone. We are a united community that believes in the value of our natural and social heritage.
União das Freguesias de Santa Eufémia e Boa Vista
Our mission is to ensure that the reconstruction of the Vale da Moira Park in Boa Vista is carried out with complete transparency and rigor. To this end, we work closely with strategic partners:
- The Biond Association and the Municipality of Leiria have ensured, from the very beginning, that every tree planted and every piece of infrastructure restored adheres to best environmental and sustainability practices.
- Boa Vista Solidarity Association (IPSS): Has been revitalizing the park for years through its support bar and volunteer work, ensuring that the Valley remains an inclusive space, for everyone and by everyone.
- Boa Vista Basic School: Its students and teachers are our greatest motivators and our most attentive "inspectors" on the ground.
By supporting this campaign, you are entrusting yourself to a local organization that knows and deeply loves this area and this valley. Our commitment is to transform every euro donated into a direct benefit for the inhabitants of our parish and for all those who seek in Boa Vista and Leiria a unique refuge in nature.
Tax Benefits Statute
As a local authority, donations made may benefit from increased tax benefits under the Personal Income Tax (IRS) and Corporate Income Tax (IRC) regimes, in accordance with the Tax Benefits Statute (Sponsorship Law).
Together, we are the guardians of the Valley of Moira!
Parque do Vale da Moira - plantação 19 árvores (parceria com Biond)
Budget and due dates
Our strategy is divided into clear stages, respecting the natural rhythms and the urgent needs of the infrastructure:
- May – June 2026: Fundraising and community mobilization campaign.
- June 2026: Entry of machinery for removal of woody material and start of repairs to the roof and interior of the Support Bar (IPSS).
- July 2026: Restoration of sidewalks and walkways, and installation of new street furniture (tables, benches, and pergolas).
- August 2026: Redevelopment of leisure and sports areas.
- September 2026: Technical preparation of the soil for reforestation.
- October – November 2026: Critical phase for planting medium/large trees, taking advantage of the favorable season and celebrating Native Forest Day (November 23) .
- 2027 and beyond: Continuous monitoring and maintenance activities with the direct involvement of the children from EB Boa Vista and volunteers from the IPSS (Boa Vista Social Solidarity Association).
Detailed Budget
To achieve the complete reconstruction of the Vale da Moira, we have set a target of €55,500.00 . This amount was carefully calculated to cover everything from the thorough environmental intervention to the safety and comfort of visitors.
The allocation of funds will be divided into 6 areas of focus:
1. Natural Regeneration and Reforestation | €10,000.00
- Deep cleaning after a storm, removal of tree stumps and woody material.
- Soil preparation work and acquisition/planting of resilient native species.
2. Building Repair (Support Bar) | €8,500.00
- Urgent roof repair needed to stop leaks.
- Interior renovation and painting work in degraded areas.
3. Infrastructure and Accessibility | €12,500.00
- Repair of sidewalks and walkways to ensure safe circulation.
- Stabilization of slopes affected by erosion and storms.
4. Street Furniture | €10,000.00
- Acquisition and replacement of picnic benches and tables.
- Installation of a pergola to create shaded and relaxing areas.
5. Leisure and Sports Area | €5,000.00
- Floor repairs and installation of new equipment for recreational and sporting activities.
6. Lighting and Security | €4,380.12
- Solar lighting installation (sustainability).
- Placement of informative and educational signage.
Management Costs and Fees | €5,119.88
- This amount is intended to cover platform commissions (5% + VAT) and payment partner fees (2.5% + VAT).
