“Skrapari in a Glass” – A Festival that Brings Together Taste, Tradition, and Albanian Hospitality
Çorovodë, Skrapar
October 11, 2025
Funded by a grant from Albanian Besa Capital (ABC) Foundation
The Albanian Besa Capital (ABC) Foundation supported the organization of the event “Skrapari in a Glass” with grant funding. This initiative, led by the Municipality of Skrapar, aims to promote the region’s agricultural, artisanal, and cultural products while fostering local economic development and rural tourism.
Held in the town of Çorovodë, the event brought together local producers and artisans – including women, youth, and rural entrepreneurs – who had the opportunity to showcase and sell their traditional products, promote skills and crafts passed down through generations, and establish new business collaborations.
Project Purpose and Objectives
The main goal of this project is to promote Skrapar’s agricultural products and tourism offerings, contributing to increased employment and economic development in the area.
Specific objectives include:
• Increasing the visibility of the region and its agrotourism offerings;
• Creating new and more sustainable markets for local producers;
• Encouraging small and family-run entrepreneurship in agriculture, handicrafts, and tourism;
• Raising awareness for the preservation of cultural and natural heritage;
• Strengthening cooperation between institutions, producers, and the local community.
The Importance of ABC Foundation Support
The financial support of ABC Foundation was essential for the successful implementation of this event. The funding ensured the necessary logistical and organizational resources for the fair, including exhibition spaces, promotional materials, and more.
Through this support, ABC Foundation emphasizes the importance of collaboration with local authorities as a tool for promoting sustainable local development with lasting social and economic impact.
By backing initiatives like this, ABC Foundation contributes to the preservation of local traditions, encourages entrepreneurship among women and youth, and supports the development of rural areas with high agrotourism potential.
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