Big pizza delivery for Gospel Mission

Now that’s a lot of pizza pies!

Senthil Thirugnana, President of Okanagan Marketing Solutions, and his clients, are gathering at the Kelowna Sails at 11 a.m. Thursday (July 15) to kick off the first of seven meals to be donated to the residents of Kelowna’s Gospel Mission.

The first delivery of 72 large pizzas will arrive at 251 Leon Ave. at 11:30 a.m. and will be served to people staying at the two emergency shelters, the four women’s transitional homes and to people living outside at 551 Recreation Avenue in the parking lot.

“Providing meals to people experiencing homelessness and poverty has always been the first step towards wellness,” said Troy McKnight of the Gospel Mission. “The generosity of Senthil and his clients shows how deeply our community cares about this important social issue. When you are struggling with various complex issues, having a delicious meal of pizza provided for you is a welcome gift.”

Money Saver Envelope, a division of Okanagan Marketing Solutions (OMS), is donating on behalf of its customers and the community, to the Mission, hosting seven pizza nights, once a week totaling 5,000 slices for over 200 individuals each day.

The company is celebrating its seventh year of doing business in the Kelowna and West Kelowna area, delivering savings to households, and connecting businesses to their customers.

“As with most businesses, navigating the Covid pandemic has been challenging; however, we feel supporting and donating to a valuable cause within our community now is more important than ever. Life is all about giving back. Supporting Kelowna’s Gospel Mission this year brings me joy,” said Senthil Thirugnana.