The Eden Leisure Foundation (ELF), in collaboration with InterContinental Malta, has proudly donated €10,000 to the MSPCA to support upgrading their charity shops and animal shelter facilities.

The donation was made possible through InterContinental Malta’s Restaurant Scheme, a community-driven initiative where restaurant guests are invited to add €1 to their bill in support of local causes and coordinated by the Eden Leisure Foundation. This simple yet impactful scheme reflects the hotel’s commitment to giving back while empowering guests to play a direct role in charitable projects.

The cheque presentation took place at the MSPCA shelter in Floriana, with Kate de Cesare, Chairperson of Eden Leisure Foundation, and Franck Lopez, Cluster General Manager at InterContinental Malta, handing over the donation to MSPCA representatives.

“The MSPCA plays a crucial role in animal welfare in Malta, and we are proud to support them in improving their shelter and charity shops so they can continue their important work.  This initiative aligns perfectly with one of the foundation’s key pillars, which is the protection of animals,” said Kate de Cesare, ELF Chairperson.

Franck Lopez, Cluster General Manager at InterContinental Malta, added: “Through our restaurant scheme, we have seen how willing our guests are to contribute to meaningful causes. We are delighted to see this donation go toward enhancing MSPCA’s facilities, making a lasting difference for the animals in their care.”

The €10,000 donation will help the MSPCA upgrade and refurbish its animal shelter and charity shops, ensuring better facilities for both animals and the community that supports them.

Mary Cassar Torregiani, speaking for MSPCA, said, “The MSPCA has found a true driving force for our mission this year thanks to the Eden Leisure Foundation. When animals are abandoned, when they are left behind… that is when true people step to the front, and this is exactly what this organisation has done.

This initiative forms part of the Eden Leisure Foundation’s wider mission to champion community welfare, heritage, and environmental projects across Malta, working hand in hand with local NGOs to deliver sustainable impact.