The Bilo Bar Club, a prominent charity based in Fiji, is excited to host its eagerly awaited annual fundraiser reunion at Shangri-La Yanuca Island. This event, which coincides with the prestigious Melbourne Cup week, gathers international supporters for a week filled with celebration and philanthropic efforts, aimed at raising essential funds for community development projects on Yanuca Island and beyond.
Since its establishment in 1981, the Bilo Bar Club has been committed to assisting local Fijian communities, having contributed over $80,000 in the past year alone. The financial support has funded numerous projects, including refurbishing local kindergartens, maintaining a community hospital, providing gardening tools to villages, and even installing electricity in a local kindergarten facility.
Andrew Neaves from Imperial Bilo expressed the essence of the reunion, saying, “This annual gathering allows our members to celebrate the Melbourne Cup and give back to the communities that feel like family to us. Fiji is home to many of us, and supporting these communities is a meaningful part of our reunion.”
Francis Lee, the General Manager of Shangri-La Yanuca Island, expressed pride in hosting the event, emphasizing the strong connections formed between the resort and the Club. He noted, “This reunion reflects the lasting relationships and shared experiences that flourish here on Yanuca Island. We are privileged to support the Bilo Bar Club and its charitable endeavors, and we eagerly anticipate another year of making a significant impact together.”
The Bilo Bar Club has amassed over $500,000 in contributions to the local region since its inception, focusing on initiatives that enhance education, healthcare, and sustainable development in Fijian villages. Founded by a group of regular visitors to Fiji, the charity aims to create a meaningful change in the lives of local residents.
Through their persistent efforts, the club continues to nurture a strong sense of community and commitment to sustainable growth in the area. Shangri-La Yanuca Island plays a critical role in supporting the Club’s initiatives, providing a welcoming venue for the reunion and contributing significantly to the charity’s mission. The resort staff and management are instrumental in ensuring the success of the Club’s projects, reinforcing the profound bond between the Club, the resort, and the local communities they serve.
This event not only celebrates the Melbourne Cup but also embodies the spirit of generosity and collaboration, inspiring hope for a thriving future for Fiji’s local communities.
Summary: The Bilo Bar Club is hosting its annual fundraiser reunion at Shangri-La Yanuca Island during Melbourne Cup week, aiming to raise funds for community development in Fiji. Having raised over $80,000 last year for various local projects and over $500,000 since its inception, the Club continues to strengthen its bond with local communities and emphasize sustainable development. The partnership with Shangri-La further enhances these philanthropic endeavors.
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