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Family Buys Lighthouses for Hospice in Tribute
25 Oct
Summary
- Sisters bought lighthouses to thank hospice that cared for loved ones.
- They spent nearly £14,000 on the lighthouse models at auction.
- The funds raised will help over 200 families needing hospice support.
A poignant act of remembrance saw two sisters spend close to £14,000 on lighthouse models at a hospice charity auction. Kim Hill and Nicola Oliver were inspired by their personal experiences with St Luke's Hospice Plymouth, which provided care for their mother and Hill's husband. The funds raised from the auction of 42 large lighthouse sculptures, designed by artists and displayed around Plymouth, will significantly support the hospice's services.
The lighthouse trail, a beloved summer event, offered a unique way for families to contribute. Hill acquired three lighthouses, including 'Light of Plymouth,' for £9,600, fulfilling a wish her husband had known about before his passing in June of this year. Oliver secured two more, 'Walkies!' and 'Just Keep Swimming,' totaling £4,200, ensuring her son could also enjoy a lighthouse from the trail.
Penny Hannah, St Luke's head of fundraising, described the project as "magical." The significant funds generated at the auction are sufficient to support over 200 families who rely on the hospice's expert care and assistance during their most vulnerable moments. The sisters' dedication highlights the profound impact of the hospice's work on local families.
