Co-op Liquor Donates To Santa Anonymous

From left, LIons Clulb members Peter Clark and Tyson Tschauner, Bobbi-jo Sweeney, and Lions member Sam Alhalabi. Photo Lorna Hamilton

On February 20, Cornerstone Co-op Liquor Manager Bobbi-Jo Sweeney graciously presented a cheque in the amount of $274.65 to Vermilion Lions Club members Secretary/Treasurer Peter Clark, Tyson Tschauner, and Sam Alhalabi in support of the club’s Santa Anonymous project.

“The Cornerstone Liquor Store has a strong tradition of supporting Santa’s Anonymous. This commitment ensures the viability and ongoing success of the Vermilion Lions Club Santa’s Anonymous” said Clark as he accepted the cheque.

Sweeney explained that the funds are raised each year through the generosity of customers. From November 10 to December 10, the store hosted a month-long fundraiser, giving customers the opportunity to donate any amount they felt comfortable contributing at the till.

“We have to thank our customers for making this donation happen. Without them being willing to donate, we wouldn’t have raised these funds,” said Sweeney.

The Lions Santa Anonymous program helps ensure that local families and children experience the joy of Christmas, providing gifts and food during the holiday season. Donations such as this one play an important role in allowing the Vermilion Lions Club to continue its efforts and reach those in need.

Lions President Devin Lawrence said, “The Vermilion Lions Club deeply appreciates not only to Cornerstone Co-op Liquor for organizing the fundraiser, but also to the many customers whose generous donations made the contribution possible”. Community partnerships like this highlight the spirit of giving that continues to make Vermilion a supportive and caring place to call home.