The Lethbridge & District Exhibition lottery program has donated $13,065.22 to YWCA Lethbridge & District. (Photo: Lethbridge & District Exhibition)

By Joel Mendelson

YWCA Lethbridge & District receives over $13,000 from Lethbridge & District Exhibition 50/50

Oct 12, 2023 | 4:54 PM

LETHBRIDGE, AB – The Lethbridge & District Exhibition lottery program has donated $13,065.22 to YWCA Lethbridge & District.

Jill Grindle of Calgary purchased the winning ticket during Whoop Up Days and won the $42,332.50 jackpot.

With each ticket purchased, community members had the opportunity to win, while also giving back to the community with proceeds benefiting both YWCA Lethbridge & District, and Lethbridge & District Exhibition to support community initiatives.

Mike Warkentin, CEO of Lethbridge & District Exhibition said, “Getting YWCA Lethbridge & District involved as our charitable partner really gave this ear’s lotteries campaign a boost.”

He continued, “Their volunteers worked tirelessly throughout Whoop-Up Days to increase the pot and its impact on the community. We’re thankful to everyone who bought a ticket for supporting such a great cause and we’re thrilled to present the YWCA with these proceeds to support the great work they do.”

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The 2023 campaign generated more than double the charitable proceeds from 2022, which was the program’s inaugural year.

Jill Young, YWCA Lethbridge & District CEO said, “YWCA Lethbridge & District was so pleased to be able to partner with Lethbridge & District Exhibition to be the charitable recipient from this year’s 50/50 Lottery.”

She continued, “It was amazing to see the community support for our organization, from volunteering or purchasing tickets; this was a great initiative to bring awareness to the services we offer. All proceeds from this donation will go directly to our programs and client services.

Details about the 2024 Lethbridge 7 District Exhibition Lotteries program will be announced in the coming months.

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