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."

It’s amazing how a man can walk into Union Gospel Mission with virtually nothing and almost 4 years later be the owner of a furniture store with TWO locations that continues to give back to the community. As the owner, Jason McSteen’s philosophy is to give back to the community and bring awareness to programs that make a difference in lives.

In November, Jason McSteen gave money to help UGM with their annual Thanksgiving Dinner which serves a hot meal to the less fortunate in our community. During this meal, socks & gloves are available as supply allows. In an effort to bring awareness of the dinner and the need for socks & gloves, Jason & Mike Ellis, social media consultant, held a #CrazyCampout weekend. Throughout these freezing temperatures, an overnight campout and lots of coffee, 16 Cents, 3 Shoes & 5 Socks raised over 1510 PAIRS of socks, 552 gloves, 426 scarves & hats along with coats, blankets and other items needed for the dinner.

The #CrazyCampout was a success! Several women, men & children received gloves, hats, socks and even blankets to help keep them warm during the chilly days (& nights) ahead.

Jason McSteen has walked the streets of our community and is well aware what a clean, dry pair of socks can do for someone with nothing. Jason is reminded every day the road he has traveled.

When you purchase from 16 Cents, 3 Shoes & 5 Socks, your purchase give back to the community every month.