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Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation held the second set of draws in the $100,000 Cash Lottery on Friday, Oct. 18, awarding $25,000 to 16 lucky winners. The draws made included the “25 Years – A Milestone Anniversary” Previous Purchaser draw of $10,000 and 15 draws of $1,000 each for the “Celebrating the Silver” draws.
“We love being able to make the phone calls to the winners and share with them the good news, especially when it’s a big prize like the Previous Purchaser for $10,000. That can really make a difference for people and it’s our way of saying ‘thank you’ to our Previous Purchasers for their commitment to enriching healthcare,” said Claudette McGuire, BUH Foundation executive director.
Congratulations to Lionel Androsoff, Blaine Lake (4992) winner of “25 Years – A Milestone Anniversary” Previous Purchaser draw and to winners of the “Celebrating the Silver” draws: Jackie Regnier, Makwa (2944); Diane Knox, Battleford (3743); Sven Christiansen, North Battleford (8483); Dixie Eddingfield, Cut Knife (0182); Chantal Kozinski, St. Walburg (8384); Jim Campbell, North Battleford (7290); Elaine Woloshyn, Mayfair (12143); Garry Welsh, Blaine Lake (8273); Thomas Sieben, Battleford (7540); Chantal Kozinski, St. Walburg (8385); Pat McCarthy, Wilkie (0564); Valerie Troxler, Battleford (5802); Ashley Rafuse, North Battleford (7578); James Karp, Hafford (4916); and Wendy Rowley, Battleford (5966).
Proceeds from the 2019 $100,000 Cash Lottery will support the purchase of a new ultrasound unit for BUH’s emergency room. Every year the ER has over 25,000 patient arrivals and many of these are trauma related. An ultrasound provides ER physicians with fast, accurate and lifesaving diagnostics. It is a critical component to ER care and can save lives.
Funds raised will also purchase three new patient beds for the ICU at BUH. Every year there are approximately 200 admissions into ICU and we want to provide the best in comfort and care for them.
“The $100,000 Cash Lottery is only a success thanks to those who purchase tickets. We know that people do this because they know their money is going to enrich patient care for The Battlefords and surrounding communities. We can all see the direct impact this has on our family, friends and neighbours and we can’t thank you enough for continuing to make a difference through this fundraiser,” said McGuire.
The next deadline in the $100,000 Cash Lottery takes place on Friday, Nov. 1 at 6 p.m. This is the deadline for “Happy 25th Anniversary $100,000 Cash Lottery” grand prize of $100,000 plus 25 “Hip-Hip Hooray Anniversary” consolation draws of $1,000 each. Tickets are only $50 each or three for $125. 50/50 enhancements are also available at three for $25 or $10 each. The total take home on the 50/50 enhancement is currently over $48,000 and will continue to grow.
Tickets are available at BUH Foundation, 1092 - 107th Street, North Battleford, or by calling 306-446-6652 or 1-888-946-4284. Orders may also be placed online at buhfoundation.com or mailed to Box 1358, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8.
