SUNSET — The Reserve at Lake Keowee donated more than $26,000 to Oconee Medical Center Hospice of the Foothills in a check presentation ceremony on Monday.

The Reserve staff, in partnership with the Seneca-based Hospice, organized tours of the Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles 2008 Designer Showhouse, located in the Upstate community. The Reserve sold nearly 2,200 tickets during the Showhouse festival, which ran Thursday-Sunday from July 10-July 27.

Held at the Oconee Hospice House on Keowee School Road, the check presentation ceremony will include Hospice of the Foothills Director Tenna Sines.

“We are thankful for The Reserve at Lake Keowee and their generous donation to our organization,” Sines said. “In addition to raising funds, The Reserve has raised awareness of the Hospice in the local area. Their support attests to the services available at the medical center and the support that is provided to the families in a time of great need.”

This is the second time the Hospice has received a donation from the lakeside community. Last year, the charitable organization was one of five area non-profits to receive funds through The Reserve’s Community Foundation.

In addition to touring the Showhouse, guests enjoyed special activities, including an the “Art and Artisans Expose,” where local artists showcased their work; the “Watercraft Showcase,” where boat vendors offered one-on-one sessions showcasing their products; and the “Afternoon Delight” of live musical entertainment. Tour participants also had the opportunity to enter a prize package drawing, which was worth $2,500 and included a complimentary three-day, two-night stay at The Reserve for four people. Sally Abele from Sapphire, NC, was the winner.