Bavarian Inn Restaurant, Lodge employees team up to help those in need

FRANKENMUTH, Mich. - March 13, 2019 - PRLog -- Through their respective campaigns, team members at Bavarian Inn Restaurant (http://www.bavarianinn.com/) and the Bavarian Inn Lodge (http://www.bavarianinn.com/) raised more than $23,500 in 2018 to benefit employee-selected charities.

Bavarian Inn Restaurant raised $15,325 in 2018 through its more than 32-year-old Company Giving Program. The benefiting charity is Wings of Mercy, which provides air transportation to distant medical facilities for patients who can't afford to fly. Learn more at www.wingsofmercy.org.

The year-long campaign concluded at the end of December and the grand total for fundraising was announced at the post-holiday team member party on January 7. According to Michelle Solgat, co-chairperson of this year's Bavarian Inn Restaurant's Company Giving Program, team members raised funds for Wings of Mercy through voluntary payroll deduction, candy sales, a holiday open house event and other activities throughout the year. "Bavarian Inn Restaurant," Solgat added, "has over 400 caring team members who give so generously each year to help those in need. We look forward to an exciting year of giving in 2019."

Bavarian Inn Lodge team members raised $1,435.50 to be donated to the Child Abuse Network, $1,378 to the American Cancer Society, and $1,285 to the Make-a-Wish Foundation. Coupled with dollar-for-dollar company matching funds, the campaign was able to raise $8,197 for the three charities.

This marks the fourth consecutive year that Bavarian Inn Lodge team members have surpassed the previous year's donation totals. Total contributions rose 21 percent from 2017 levels.

Past charities aided by the Bavarian Inn Company Giving Programs include the Fallen and Wounded Soldiers Fund, Hospice for Hope, Special Olympics, Special Days Camp and Saginaw Habitat for Humanity.

About Bavarian Inn Restaurant
Celebrating 130 years of service in 2018, the Bavarian Inn Restaurant has become a Michigan landmark. Generations of diners, lodgers and tourists from around the globe have discovered true Bavarian hospitality thanks to Dorothy and her late husband William "Tiny" Zehnder. Guests experience the old-world European charm of the Bavarian Inn – whether it's the famous chicken dinners, fresh baked goods or Michigan's greatest selection of German beer. Bavarian Inn also prides itself on being one of the top consumers of Pure Michigan agricultural products, striving to serve more Michigan-grown and produced foods and Michigan-produced beverages than any other restaurant. Nestled within a backdrop of authentic German architecture, a variety of shops and other fun activities, a trip to Frankenmuth would not be complete without a visit to the Bavarian Inn Restaurant. Learn more at www.bavarianinn.com.

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About Bavarian Inn Lodge
Nestled along the Cass River in Frankenmuth is one of the state's largest indoor water park hotels. The Lodge has 360 European-themed guest rooms, including whirlpool and family suites, an adult-only pool and whirlpool, two gift shops, two lounges and two restaurants — all under one roof. The expansive 35,000 square foot Family Fun Center houses two thrilling waterslides, three pools and two whirlpools, over 160 video and redemption games, a two-level children's play village and Willy's Kingdom indoor mini-golf course. Guests can also enjoy live, nightly entertainment year-round and test their own musical skills during weekend family karaoke shows. In 30 years of business, the Bavarian Inn Lodge has been an important destination for travelers, evidenced by the 1.25 million room-nights that have been booked there since its opening, along with its top rating on TripAdvisor®. Learn more at www.bavarianinn.com.

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