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."

The story of Jason McSteen started here at Union Gospel Mission over four years ago.

Jason McSteen walked into UGM after losing everything with 16 Cents, 3 Shoes and 5 Socks and struggling with a $2500 a day drug addiction. UGM is where he was able to turn his life around, connect with God, have a warm meal, and realize he wanted a better life.

As Jason became healthier so was his focus. Recently, he opened the doors to his THIRD furniture store at 1233 N Division. With new signs, additional furniture, beds, mattresses, desks and more, 16 Cents, 3 Shoes and 5 Socks now has THREE locations and continues to give back.

Jason McSteen donated $3,000 to Union Gospel Mission Inland Northwest Summer Camp. Because of customer support, 30 underprivileged children will have a life-changing camp experience.

Jason is a follower of Christ, and a man of his word. He appreciates all that UGM has done for him, his life, and his focus. The story of Jason McSteen, 16 Cents, 3 Shoes & 5 Socks continues to support the community and Union Gospel Mission. The story is far from over.