Dig deep to help Franschhoek restaurant owners and employees

Cape Town - Franschhoek Wine Valley Tourism has launched a fundraising initiative to help assist struggling restaurants as a result of recent restrictions and more so the pandemic.

The organisation has jump-started Save The Franschhoek Restaurant Appeal, which aims to raise enough money for hundreds of restaurants that have closed down.

The initiative, in partnership with SnapScan, allows visitors not only to support local business, but also to experience the magic and beauty of the valley and its charming village, and be inspired to share the message with the rest of the world.

Franschhoek Wine Valley Tourism said local businesses were also jumping on board with independent initiatives to help those in need.

“Save The Franschhoek Restaurant Appeal initiative serves as a valuable reminder that there are few motivating factors quite as powerful as a community uniting behind a common cause. No matter how big or how small, any contribution is greatly appreciated as we stand together in helping those in need. Another wave means an extended lockdown with stricter regulations, but we’re here to help. Join us in support of the collaborative Franschhoek Wine Valley initiative to raise funds for our beloved restaurants, their teams and, more importantly, their families,” the organisation said.

In addition to this worthy initiative donations are also accepted, which will be added to the restaurant recovery campaign.

Funds raised through both initiatives will be allocated accordingly to assist in paying rent and staff salaries. All contributions/donations will be kept strictly confidential. Banking details are as follows:

Franschhoek Wine Valley Tourism Association

Bank: Nedbank

Branch Code: 198765

Account Number: 1470 000 024

Swift Code: NEDSZAJJ

Ref: REST 2021

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