By WAISEA NASOKIA
Loloma Home was blessed on Tuesday night when Wyndham Vacation Resort sales and administration staffs donated close to $1,000 worth of gifts.
The sanctuary, a 15-minute drive from Nadi International Airport, houses nine single moms and 17 children, nine of whom attend school while the youngest is three weeks old.
The family was thrilled to receive items ranging from groceries, to kitchen ware including floor carpet, thermos flask and toys.
Resort Sales director Jason Bavister said: “The staff of sales and administration were looking for something to give back to the community, in return for what Fijian people do for us.
“They provide a great place for our guest to stay in with great environment also and I don’t believe this home has received the attention as other local places have.
“It was nice to come out here and see what was required first. Then we talked to the staff, we all chipped in money and we came up with what was required,” Mr Bavister said.
Loloma Home director Adi Laite Kubunadakai was overwhelmed with the kind gesture by the resort.
“I would like to thank the management and staff of Whydham resort for coming up to our home,” said Ms Kubunadakai.
“We are honoured and grateful for the gesture which involves giving up their time and their commitment.
“What they brought will certainly change our tomorrow here. We pray that the almighty God do bless their resort and their families.”
Mr Bavister said that talks were under way to host the kids for a day activity at Fun Factory on Port Denarau Marina next month.
Staff of Wyndham Resort with the residents of Loloma Home at Sabeto in Nadi on Tueday night. Photo: WAISEA NASOKIA