Valentines Winner

By dianahellismedia • February 18, 2024
Annual Valentine's Day Mattress Winner! We delivered Bailey's brand-new Immunity Queen Size Mattress Set valued at $2,999. She was the lucky winner of our annual Valentine's Day giveaway. "I'm very grateful that they can do this yearly," said Bailey. "It gives people a chance to do something for themselves. Like most parents, I put things on the back-burner if it doesn't involve my kids." Winning the mattress was just what she needed. The past few years have been challenging. "In late 2022, I left a really bad relationship. The majority of my belongings were tossed out or destroyed." Due to a work-related injury, Bailey's been out of work for over a year. After three surgeries, the doctors are unsure if she can return to her position as a medical assistant. "When I saw 16 Cents' Facebook post about the contest, I thought it could be an amazing opportunity to get a new bed," said Bailey. "I needed one but didn't have the funds for it. All our extra money goes straight to the kids." Bailey has been sleeping on an old mattress purchased several years ago and is looking forward to sleeping on the new one. "It was hard to believe we won until 16 Cents messaged me," said Bailey. "I'm looking forward to having a new mattress, let alone a whole new set. It's really special. I feel like this is going to be our year."

16 Cents Supports Area Children Recovering After the August Wildfires


When wildfires swept through the Spokane area in August, families lost homes, belongings, and the everyday essentials their children depended on. As neighbors began rebuilding, we wanted to help bring a little comfort back into their lives.


That’s why 16 Cents, 3 Shoes & 5 Socks launched a Wildfire Relief Clothing Drive for Children, with all donations going to Teen & Kid Closet.


Thanks to your generosity, we’ve already delivered twenty or more barrels of donations. We’re overwhelmed by the kindness of our customers, friends, family, and neighbors. Every donation represents someone taking the time to care for a child whose life has been disrupted.


A fresh pair of socks, comfortable pajamas, or shoes that fit can help restore some everyday comfort while a family works to recover. These simple items meet real needs and remind families that their community is beside them. A special thank-you goes to the sweet woman who brought in handmade quilts, and to Mary and Babette for their generous donations. To everyone who has contributed: thank you for helping our youngest neighbors.



We received support from our customers in Spokane, Spokane Valley, and Rathdrum, Idaho, at one of our four 16 Cents, 3 Shoes & 5 Socks stores. 


Recovery continues long after the flames are out. Thank you for showing what it means to support people in need. Our customers always show up.


We’re thrilled that one of our neighbors near our new Rathdrum store won the 16 Cents, 3 Shoes & 5 Socks Father’s Day contest. Richard McGee’s 82-year-old mother, Hazel, told us Richard should win our “Give Dad the Best Seat in the House” contest because he’s a good father and an Air Force veteran. As luck would have it, we pulled his name during our random drawing. A little over one week after Father’s Day, our team loaded up a brand-new American-made recliner and headed to Richard’s house near Rathdrum. Richard’s son greeted us and made sure everything stayed on schedule. Richard couldn’t believe his good fortune. “I’ve never won anything in my life. I am so grateful. My old recliner was falling apart,” Richard said. We’re glad that an idea sparked by your mom and supported by your son led to you getting the best seat in the house. We know it’s well deserved!