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Pub schnitty chips in for worthy cause
from Hotel SA July 2024
by Boylen
Not a single day goes by without individual hotels contributing financially to worthwhile causes. The latest example of this is the support pubs provided for #schnitty4sam, an initiative of the Sammy D Foundation which raises awareness about the impacts of violence.
The top three hotels to contribute were the Alma Tavern, Hilton Hotel – My Bar and the Flagstaff Hotel.
“We’re amazed to see in 2024, Schnitty4sam has grown far beyond its humble roots, raising a total of $60,252,” said Brigid Koenig, CEO.
“SA hotels have played a key part in the initiative over the past two years and we are enormously grateful.”
Sixteen years ago, 17-year-old Sam Davis played a game of football, had a schnitzel for dinner at his clubrooms, and then went to a party, just like he had many times before. Only this time Sam didn’t come home.
In April 2020 #schnitty4sam was born - a chance for our community to show their support by sharing Sam’s favourite, and tragically last, meal.
“Schnitty4sam continues to be more than just a fundraiser, it’s an opportunity for all involved to be Sam’s voice, and to play a part in making our community a safer place,” said Brigid.
“Every dollar raised throughout this vital campaign supports the Sammy D Foundation to deliver education programs in our community.”
Since 2008, the Sammy D Foundation has spread Sam's message across hundreds of schools, community groups, and sporting clubs, raising awareness and educating over 260,000 young people about the consequences of violent behaviour, and the risks associated with alcohol and drug misuse.
Top five fundaising venues:
Alma Tavern, Norwood $2,275
Hilton Hotel, MyBar $1,365
Flagstaff Hotel $725
Warradale Hotel $650
The Stirling Hotel $605
AHA | SA MEMBER CONTRIBUTION
49 PARTICIPATING VENUES
2,959 SCHNITTIES SOLD
$ 13,903 RAISED
