Volume 23 www.legionnl.com 15 Newfoundland Labrador Command continued... Annotation: On August 13th, the Executive and Members of Branch 45, Bonne Bay were very pleased to host HMCS St. John's Run-the-Rock Team in support of the Make-aWish Foundation. Joining the Team was the Commanding Officer, Cdr John Nichelson and the Coxswain, CPO1 Jody Waterfield who unveiled a ship's anchor they donated to our communities for our fundraising efforts during the past ten years. During that time, the communities of Bonne Bay South have raised over $137, 000.00 including $18,111.00 this year. The anchor is located next to our town's Cenotaph. and donations from the business community. Further, on the day of the team’s visit, they are hosted at the Branch by providing them with food, entertainment including accommodations in private home and local B & Bs. The generosity of the community is immeasurable. The Executive and Branch membership host, co-ordinate and raise funds for the Make-AWish Foundation. The efforts of Wayne Reid, Aaron Raike, Susan Brake, Sharon Chalk, Inez Kelly, Helen Harris, and many others have provided outstanding service to our communities. During the 10 years that the Branch has been involved with the Run-the-Rock Team and the Make-A-Wish Foundation, over $137,000.00 has been raised. This will amount to almost 14 wishes for children and their families. To recognize this community spirit, HMCS St. John’s presented awards to the Legion and our community. Most significantly, this year the ship presented and had installed a ship’s anchor which was unveiled on August 13th, 2023, by the Captain, Commander John Nichelson and Coxswain, CPO1 Jody Waterfield who were accompanied by the Run-the Rock Team. The Branch Executive and many community residents participated in this unveiling. The anchor sits on a pedestal next to our community War Memorial. We as a Veteran’s organization are extremely pleased and humbled by the outstanding support for this most worthwhile cause. We will be forever thankful. Fred Maclean Branch 45, Bonne Bay The anchor and plaque We reached and far exceeded our goal - $18,111.00.
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