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Mayflower’s Biggest Christmas Raffle a Festive Success

Published
December 18, 2024
Mayflower’s biggest Christmas raffle ever has brought festive cheer and incredible generosity this holiday season. With 10 lucky winners taking home fantastic prizes, the raffle was a resounding success, raising an impressive $8,520 – far exceeding our $5,000 goal.

The funds raised will directly benefit the lives of residents at Mayflower Brighton, helping to create even more special moments within our community.

Here are the 10 winners and their prizes:

  • 1st Prize: $250 Waterfront Brighton dining voucher – Sally W. (resident family member)
  • 2nd Prize: Entertainer’s wine bucket with serving tray and Tread Softly wine – Sabina (team member)
  • 3rd Prize: Christmas Gourmet Hamper – Barbara C. (retirement living resident)
  • 4th Prize: Ladies’ luxurious dressing gown and matching sleep shirt with coat hangers – Carolyn H. (resident)
  • 5th Prize: Round leather mirrored tray with matching photo frames – Flora D. (resident)
  • 6th Prize: Silver wine bucket with Prosecco gift box – Liz D. (family member)
  • 7th Prize: Black pedestal cake stand with Christmas treats – Leigh M. (volunteer mini-bus driver)
  • 8th Prize: Molly Dene gingerbread house – Betty D. (resident)
  • 9th Prize: Decorative standing Santa – Rodney M. (resident)
  • 10th Prize: Shell necklace with filigree heart pendant – Glen B. (retirement living resident)

A huge thank you to everyone who purchased tickets. While not everyone could win a physical prize, your contributions have made a meaningful difference, spreading joy and enhancing the lives of residents this Christmas season. And, to us, that is a big win for everyone.

Here’s to the power of community and the spirit of giving! 

Team member Sabina was pleasantly surprised to win one of the larger prizes! Sabina is pictured holding her prize - a silver coloured wine bucket filled with wine.
Pictured: Team member Sabina was pleasantly surprised to win one of the larger prizes!
The reception foyer was filled with eager ticket holders hoping to win.
Pictured: The reception foyer was filled with eager ticket holders hoping to win.