Sunriver Resort’s 30th annual Gingerbread Junction raises record $6,100 for Habitat for Humanity
KTVZ – News Team
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sunriver Resort’s beloved Gingerbread Junction competition celebrated a major milestone in December, marking its 30th year with record-breaking success. The annual event raised $6,100 for Habitat for Humanity La Pine Sunriver — the most ever since the event’s inception.
A check presentation took place on January 5, with Sunriver Resort representatives handing the donation to Kim Gammond, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity La Pine Sunriver.
“Sunriver Resort’s 30th annual Gingerbread Junction truly showcased the creativity and generosity of our community,” said Josh Willis, VP of Operations at Sunriver Resort. “Thanks to the incredible efforts of our participants, we raised more than $6,000 for Habitat for Humanity La Pine Sunriver. These funds will directly support the cosnstruction of homes that strengthen our local community. We sincerely appreciate everyone who helped make this year’s Gingerbread Junction such a memorable and meaningful event.”
This year’s competition also saw the highest number of votes ever cast — 9,097 total, underscoring the community’s growing enthusiasm for the festive fundraiser.
An adored Sunriver holiday tradition, Gingerbread Junction invites participants to purchase “mini lots,” with all proceeds directed to Habitat for Humanity’s homebuilding efforts in southern Deschutes County. Participants — including families, local businesses, and students from preschool through high school — design and build elaborate gingerbread structures that remain on display throughout the holiday season.
Organizers say the event continues to foster creativity, generosity, and community connection — hallmarks that have made Gingerbread Junction a highlight of Central Oregon’s holiday celebrations for three decades.