Lexington, September 25, 2025
News Summary
Lisa Cox of Lexington has won the St. Jude Dream Home located at 4108 Meadowlark Road. The campaign sold 10,000 tickets and raised $1 million for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, demonstrating community support for families battling pediatric cancer. The home was built by Chris and Chellie Mulberry of Mulberry Builders, who have participated in the campaign for three years. Cox, inspired by her husband’s battle with cancer, purchased her ticket quickly and is still in disbelief over her win.
Lexington has a reason to celebrate as local resident Lisa Cox has been announced as the winner of the 2025 St. Jude Dream Home. The announcement was made during a live broadcast, revealing that Cox’s new home is located at 4108 Meadowlark Road in Lexington.
This year’s campaign was a remarkable success, selling 10,000 tickets and raising an incredible $1 million for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. This amount marks the highest ever raised for the campaign in Lexington, reflecting the community’s strong support for the hospital’s mission.
The funds collected will ensure that families never receive any bills from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing, or food, alleviating financial stress for those battling pediatric cancer. Cox was not immediately available for comment as she was in New York for her son’s wedding when she received the news about her win, initially mistaking the call for a prank due to past experiences.
Cox had purchased her ticket as soon as they became available, motivated by her personal experiences with cancer through her husband, who found inspiration in a young child undergoing treatment during his own fight against the disease. She expressed disbelief at her win, stating that she had never won anything significant before. Coincidentally, the win comes at a time when she was considering remodeling her aging home.
Her son was equally surprised by her news when she called to share the exciting outcome. The construction of the Dream Home began eight months ago on previously vacant land and was built by Chris and Chellie Mulberry of Mulberry Builders, who have participated in the Dream Home campaign for three consecutive years.
The campaign was further highlighted through various promotional events, including a special floor signing event that allowed supporters to leave messages for the winner. The mission of St. Jude is vital; it focuses on providing treatment to children without charging their families, ensuring that no child is turned away due to financial constraints.
Overall, the success of the St. Jude Dream Home campaign this year serves as a powerful testament to the generosity of the Lexington community and their commitment to supporting families in need during difficult times.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the St. Jude Dream Home campaign?
The St. Jude Dream Home campaign is an annual fundraiser where participants purchase tickets for a chance to win a dream home, with all proceeds going to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to support pediatric cancer treatment.
How much money was raised this year in Lexington?
This year, the campaign raised a record total of $1 million for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Where is the Dream Home located?
The 2025 St. Jude Dream Home is located at 4108 Meadowlark Road in Lexington.
Who built the Dream Home?
The home was built by Chris and Chellie Mulberry of Mulberry Builders, marking their third participation in the Dream Home campaign.
How does St. Jude help families?
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital covers all costs for treatment, travel, housing, and food for families, ensuring that no child is turned away and that families do not face financial burdens during treatment.
Key Features of the St. Jude Dream Home Campaign
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Winner | Lisa Cox |
| Location | 4108 Meadowlark Road, Lexington |
| Total Tickets Sold | 10,000 |
| Total Raised | $1 million |
| Builders | Chris and Chellie Mulberry, Mulberry Builders |
| Mission of St. Jude | Provide treatment without billing families for costs |
Deeper Dive: News & Info About This Topic
HERE Resources
Lexington Woman Wins St. Jude Dream Home, Raises $1 Million
Additional Resources
- WKYT: 2025 St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway
- Wikipedia: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
- WKYT: Lexington Woman Shocked to Learn She is Winner
- Google Search: St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway
- WKYT: Kentucky St. Jude Families Thankful for Funds Raised
- Google Scholar: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Fundraising
- WKYT: Look Back at the 2025 St. Jude Dream Home Build
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Charitable Fundraising
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