AHA|SA continues to give back to the community by raising much-needed funds for a diverse range worthwhile social causes.

Many of these projects occur behind the scenes with little or no fanfare.

Yet there is no doubt that they are a direct result of the commitment and generosity of AHA|SA members.

Giving back to those in need is a core principle that underpins the industry.

Pubs inevitably lie at the very heart of the community they serve and their generosity is evidence of their determination to help those in need.

Cheers to End of 6 O'Clock Swill

AHA|SA’s philanthropy was on show again in September, when more than 80 people attended the Strathmore Hotel to ‘Raise A Glass’ as well as a significant sum for the Don Dunstan Foundation.

The annual event marks his historic abolition of the 'six o’clock swill' on September 28, 1967.

“It’s become a broader celebration of Don’s legacy of social reform,” said David Washington, Executive Director of the foundation.

The foundation invests in a range of the former Premier’s passions and causes including Aboriginal empowerment, housing and homelessness.

Attorney-General Kyam Maher (pictured above) was publicly announced as Deputy Premier during the function and addressed the occasion on behalf of Premier Peter Malinauskas who was unable to attend.

AHA|SA CEO Anna Moeller and AHA|SA President David Basheer celebrated the event, along with former Premier and Don Dunstan board member Lynn Arnold, as well as a cross-section of MPs, ministers and senators.

“We owe a big thanks to David Basheer from the Strathmore Hotel and the AHA |SA for sponsoring the event for the second year running,” David said.

“The AHA’s support makes it possible for us to not only celebrate Don in style but raise funds and awareness for our work.”

Next year’s Raise A Glass event will coincide with the centenary of Don Dunstan’s birth.

We’re Undie-niably Proud to Support the FIVEAA Undies Drive

The 5AA Undies Drive is a great example of the AHA|SA’s commitment to doing good.

David Penberthy’s and Will Goodings’ Undies Drive supports the Hutt St Centre and Catherine House Inc, raising funds to provide new underwear for men and women experiencing homelessness in South Australia.

Hutt St Centre aims to end homelessness for anyone who walks through its doors, serves more than 40,000 meals annually and offers social work and support services to nearly 2000 people.

Catherine House provides crisis, longer-term accommodation and support services for women experiencing homelessness in SA.

Clean underwear is something many of us take for granted but for those who have long gone without, it not only improves health but restores comfort and dignity.

In conjunction with the Independent Gaming Corporation (IGC) and its ‘Pubs with Heart’ program which draws on funding from gaming machine monitoring fees, AHA|SA donated $15,000 to the cause.

CEO Anna Moeller announced the donation live on 5AA’s Breakfast Show with David and Will in August.

“We’re very proud to be a part of this,” Anna told listeners.

“It’s a great cause and I think now more than ever, it’s just so important that people get on board.”

David Penberthy was clearly delighted.

“15 grand, that’s extraordinary. That is so good!”

“To you, Anna, and everyone at the AHA, can you please thank all the publicans who’ve chipped in?

“It’s a hell of a lot of money, it’s a huge amount of money and it’s going to make a very big difference to all of the clients who use the Hutt St Centre and Catherine House.”

“Well, I think that lays down the gauntlet to all the other organisations in South Australia now, the AHA have set the pace,” Will added.