A Night to Remember: Charity Braai Feast for Education Town
Giving Back Through Great Food, Wine, and Community
On the 24th of January, the Vivat Bacchus community came together for an unforgettable evening of food, wine, and generosity at the Charity Braai Feast in partnership with the Africa College Foundation. Thanks to the incredible support from our guests, donors, and partners, we raised over £15,000—a sum that will go directly towards transforming lives through Education Town in South Africa.
What This Fundraising Achieved
The funds raised at the Charity Braai Feast will provide vital education, nourishment, and empowerment to young South Africans through the Education Town initiative. This groundbreaking project, led by Dr. Taddy Blecher, is creating real change by giving students the tools they need to succeed in a country where youth unemployment is at a staggering 60%.
With just £2,500, a student can be fully educated, fed, and supported for a whole year. Our collective effort at the event means that at least six students will now have access to a brighter future.
A Huge Thank You to Our Supporters
We couldn’t have achieved this milestone without the generosity and enthusiasm of everyone involved. A special thank you goes out to:
All our guests who attended, bid in the auction, and contributed to the night’s success.
Ed Jordan, our wonderful event host, who kept the energy high throughout the evening.
David Yarrow, for his remarkable donation of a stunning photograph, which was a highlight of the auction.
Meerlust, for their generous donation of a case of magnums.
Our incredible winemakers who donated exceptional wines for the event:
Driehoek
Fairview (provided by Liberty Wines)
Each of these contributions played a crucial role in making the night a success, and we are beyond grateful for your support.
More Than Just a Feast – A Community United for Change
The Charity Braai Feast wasn’t just about incredible food and wine—it was about coming together as a community to make a real impact. Every sip of wine, every bite of delicious South African cuisine, and every bid in the auction contributed to a greater cause: empowering the next generation through education.
Looking Ahead: Continuing Our Support for Education Town
This event may be over, but our commitment to supporting Education Town and the Africa College Foundation continues. If you missed the event but would like to contribute, donations are still open, and every pound makes a difference in shaping a brighter future for South African students.
Thank you again to everyone who made this event such a success. We can’t wait to see what we can achieve together in the coming months!
Stay Connected & Get Involved
Follow Vivat Bacchus on LinkedIn for updates on future events.
Learn more about Education Town and how you can support its mission here
Visit our restaurant to enjoy the finest South African food and wine in London while supporting a great cause.
Let’s continue to raise our glasses for change!
