Tree of Light

Tree of Light – 26 years and still shining brightly

The Rotary Tree of Light situated each year outside the Congress theatre gives comfort to many people as well as raising funds for our community. Donations received from a great many members of the public sponsoring a light for a loved one, as well as valuable sponsorship from local businesses, has helped us to raise £6,400.

The Tree of Light is organised by Eastbourne AM Rotary Club and The Rotary Club of Eastbourne, with the support of Hailsham Rotary Club. 

Rotarian Melanie Adams from Eastbourne AM said: “It’s a very special Tree for Eastbourne, and this is the 26th year we have done this. Christmas can be a tough time for many and this is a way of remembering people close to us who may have passed away. Each December, on a Sunday afternoon, we have an upbeat service inside the Congress Theatre with live music and readings. It’s always well supported, and we thank the public for coming along in such large numbers each year.”

Sponsorship from local businesses means funds raised can be donated to local charities.

The beneficiaries this year are:

Matthew 25 Mission £1,700, Eastbourne Samaritans £1,700, Eastbourne Foodbank Baby Basics project £1,000, Hailsham Foodbank £1,000, The Salvation Army Eastbourne £750

The presentations took place at The SASBAH/JPK Project building in Old Town. Guests included Councillor Candy Vaughan, The Mayor of Eastbourne.

Dedications are put into a book situated at the Eastbourne Library as well as being visible on the website - https://www.eastbournetreeoflight.co.uk/ All our sponsors are also listed, so a huge thank you to all involved. Anyone wishing to support the project going forward can contact the organisers, Rotary Club of Eastbourne  AM

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For more information visit www.eastbournetreeoflight.co.uk