Donna Bos of Echo Bay won a $140,510 jackpot on Friday in the April 2022 Sault Area Hospital Foundation 50/50 draw.
In a press release, the foundation said Bos was one of the first purchasers of that month, buying her lucky ticket the morning of April 1.
“I get that first email each month and I just make sure I act on it or else I’ll forget,” the winner said.
Bos said she’s been purchasing her tickets and making sure she supports the foundation since she learned the hospital depends on community support.
“Knowing that we, as a community, purchase the medical equipment at Sault Area Hospital – we just had to support and ensure we’re helping give our doctors, nurses and technicians the tools they need to care for us,” she said.
She added that they started with donations but now also enjoy the draws.
“When Donna shared her reason for supporting, it was really special for our team,” said Teresa Martone, Sault Area Hospital Foundation’s executive director.
The foundation said Bos had “tears of joy” when staff got ahold of her, saying she will be sharing some of the money with her children and grandchildren.
This month’s winner also had their choice of bonus prize – a $30,000 gift certificate to Mio’s Home Fashions or an additional $20,000 cash. Bos and her husband chose to take the gift certificate, and update their home’s furniture.
Martone said whether the community buys 50/50 tickets, attends events or makes donations, they are ensuring Sault Area Hospital has the medical equipment needed to keep patients local for care.
In addition to the grand prize, Robert and Suzanna Pyke of Sarnia were the winners of a $10,000 Early Bird Prize.
“Win Your Way” Calendar winners will be announced daily starting May 1 until May 31.