Although a November snowstorm cooled public enthusiasm for attending the launch of Gibsons Marina’s 2022 “Sea of Light” fundraising blitz to benefit the Salvation Army’s Food and Toy Drive, the community still rallied to fill the donation bin with non-perishable food items and new, unwrapped toys for those in need. Cash donations filled the kettle set up outside the Marina Store during office hours, and sponsorship of decorated trees on the wharf raised an additional sum. Salvation Army Ministry Director Darrell Pilgrim was delighted to receive a cheque for $3,200 from Marina owner Klaus Fuerniss, noting that, “The Salvation Army Food Bank really appreciates Klaus and the Marina’s annual support from the Sea of Light event.
“We believe that, as a community, we are stronger together – and our community has been amazing this year,” Pilgrim added.
Fuerniss agreed, noting that this year, with so many in need, “we need to take care of one another.” The annual “Sea of Light” has become a traditional holiday attraction as families drop by with donations and enjoy the thousands of bulbs adorning the buildings, trees and walkways at the Marina. The display typically remains in place through to the first week in the New Year.
