Thomas Smith Christmas Charity Swim organisers presented €13,000 to President George Abela on 28th January at San Anton Palace. The money was raised throughout the annual Christmas Charity Swim organised by Thomas Smith Group in aid of the Malta Community Chest Fund.

Managing Director Joe Gerada said "I am very proud that members of the organisation together with participants have shown such solidarity and altruism by raising these much needed funds. I am glad that we were able to make a contribution to the MCCF, whose remit is to help philanthropic institutions and more importantly, the individuals with different needs." Mr. Gerada added that it was indeed a pleasure H.E. Dr. George Abela inaugurated the annual event throughout his term, with the 2013 swim being his last. The charitable event was given a significant boost thanks to his charismatic and warm personality. Indeed, President Abela gives each individual swimmer a Thomas Smith Charity Swim participating medal.

The 2013 Thomas Smith Charity Swim was supported by the Sliema Local Council, Civil Protection Department, European Commission Representation in Malta, Malta Red Cross, Emergency Fire & Rescue Unit, St. John’s Ambulance, Giorgio’s Coffee Shop, Vertex Vending Services Ltd and Streetcom.