Twenty-five volunteers, O’Neill Nissan staff and community members were all part of making a large donation to the Gathering Place Thursday.
The check outs were a little congested but for a good cause as carts upon carts were checked in to be brought to the Gathering Place from Sobeys on Kelsey Drive.
They’re heading to the check-outs to load up the trucks! The items are being brought right to @GatheringNL right after this!
Christmas magic happening right here at Sobeys on Kelsey. @VOCMNEWS pic.twitter.com/EfxROU11aI
— Victoria Battcock (@VicBattcockVOCM) December 19, 2019
There was $5,500 worth of groceries and personal care items picked from the shelves and carried to trucks provided by O’Neill Nissan.
The event happens each year for a different cause and this year, Milestone Promotions and Events chose the Gathering Place after seeing a need following a tour with Executive Director, Joanne Thompson.
Owner of Milestone, Gord Delaney, says for many this event kicks off that magic Christmas feeling and gets people in the giving spirit.
The groceries are being sorted at the Gathering Place today to be used over the holidays.
