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The grand prize winner of the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway was revealed during a live event, with Fred Carpentieri winning a $750,000 home. The giveaway raised $2 million for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, supporting vital treatment for children. In addition to the home, other prizes included a Ford Maverick and various gift cards. The event reflects strong community support for pediatric healthcare and hope for families affected by serious illnesses.
Cumming, Georgia – The winners of the 2025 St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway were revealed during a live drawing held on Thursday night. In a highly anticipated event, Fred Carpentieri from Suwanee was announced as the grand prize winner of the dream home, valued at $750,000. The house, located in the scenic Palisades at Sawnee Village community, boasts an impressive 2,518 square feet of space featuring four bedrooms, four bathrooms, and a two-car garage.
The event took place in partnership with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, with a total of 20,000 tickets sold at a price of $100 each. The overwhelming response to the giveaway resulted in $2 million raised to support the life-saving work performed by St. Jude, an organization dedicated to ensuring no child is turned away for treatment regardless of their family’s financial situation.
Ticket sales for the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway commenced on April 10 and reached a sell-out by June 6, reflecting the community’s enthusiasm and commitment to the cause. All prize winners, including Carpentieri, were drawn live on Atlanta News First, highlighting the sense of transparency and excitement surrounding the giveaway.
Additional Prizes Announced
In addition to the grand prize dream home, other valuable prizes were also part of the giveaway, adding to the excitement and incentive for ticket purchases. Winners included:
- A brand-new 2025 Ford Maverick Hybrid XL
- A $10,000 Visa gift card
- A $5,000 grocery gift card
- A $3,000 getaway experience
- A $2,500 airline gift card
The cutoff date to qualify for the grocery gift card was July 7, by which time fewer than 2,600 tickets remained available for the drawing. All prizes were set to be drawn live on July 10, creating further anticipation and engagement from the participants.
About the Dream Home
The dream home, constructed by The Providence Group in collaboration with their builder partners, features an open-concept design complemented by high ceilings of 10 feet, emphasizing spaciousness and modern living. This design is part of a growing trend in home building, catering to families seeking both style and functionality.
Supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
The St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway not only offers fantastic prizes but also serves an important purpose by bolstering the hospital’s funding. St. Jude is renowned for its groundbreaking research and treatments for children with cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Every dollar accumulated through ticket sales directly funds these essential operations, ensuring continued advancements in pediatric healthcare.
The event showcases the philanthropic spirit of the community and provides participants with the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children and families affected by serious illnesses. Previous winners have also echoed sentiments of gratitude for their contributions and the transformative work of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
The annual St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway continues to unite communities around a noble cause, offering hope and healing to children and their families while offering the chance to win incredible prizes. As this year’s event concludes, anticipation builds for future giveaways, promising even more opportunities for support and hope in the coming years.
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- Atlanta News First: St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway Winners
- Wikipedia: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
- MSN: St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway Winners
- Google Search: St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway
- Atlanta News First: All Tickets Sold for St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Philanthropy
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