The LoveWish Christmas Tree Raffle is growing roots and those roots are feeding support to local charities.
This year, the raffle donated more than $28,000 to the Children’s Treatment Centre of Chatham-Kent (CTCCK) Foundation.
“A forest of generosity, a wave of community spirit, and a total that will change lives,” is how organizers described the raffle in a media release.
Organized and led by Lisa Lester of Four Diamond Events, in partnership with the dedicated team at the Chatham Armoury, the LoveWish Christmas Tree Raffle continues to grow as one of Chatham-Kent’s holiday traditions, transforming the Armoury into a whimsical Christmas forest and bringing the community together in support of local children.
Lester recently presented a cheque for $28,038 to the CTC Foundation. The presentation marked a moment of deep gratitude and community spirit as supporters gathered to celebrate the collective impact of this beloved fundraiser.
The funds will directly support therapy programs, equipment, and resources for children and youth across Chatham-Kent. Each dollar raised helps ensure that local families continue to receive the specialized services they depend on, close to home.
“LoveWish is more than a holiday fundraiser,” Lester said in a media release. “It’s an act of community love. It’s hundreds of people showing up with heart so that kids in our community can thrive.”
The CTC Foundation thanked all sponsors, designers, decorators, volunteers, and tree winners who brought this event to life.
