United Way’s DuFore Diamond Ring Raffle Winner

The winning ticket for this year’s United Way of Greater Oswego County diamond ring raffle was drawn on Christmas Eve at DuFore Jewelers in Oswego. Pictured from left are Greg DuFore, raffle winner Paula Distin, and Mark DuFore. The second place winner of a $200 DuFore Jeweler’s gift certificate was Kim McPherson and the third prize winner of two tickets to United Way’s upcoming Galentine’s Brunch was Lori Sawyer. To learn more about United Way and our events, please visit oswegounitedway.org for information.

OSWEGO – Paula Distin of Fulton was recently announced as the winner of United Way of Greater Oswego County’s drawing for a stunning diamond ring courtesy of DuFore Jeweler’s in Oswego. The second prize winner of a $200 gift certificate was Kim McPherson of Oswego. A third prize was added to this year’s raffle that offered two general admission tickets to United Way of Oswego County’s 5th Annual Galentine’s Brunch, which was won by Lori Sawyer.

The 1.25-Carat total weight 14k white gold emerald shape ring, valued at $4,995, was generously donated by DuFore Jeweler’s in Oswego. The local business has been an strong  supporter of United Way and wonderful community partner for many years, with the Christmas Eve raffle drawing serving as a longstanding tradition many locals look forward to.

United Way Executive Director Patrick Dewine said this year’s raffle generated an impressive amount in ticket sales, raising the highest amount in history, to support the United Way’s Annual Campaign.

“We cannot thank DuFore Jewelers enough for continuing to support United Way’s mission of ending hunger, building successful youth, and ensuring wellness throughout Oswego County,” said Dewine. “This partnership is truly a shining example of what can be accomplished when we live united.”

To learn more about the United Way of Greater Oswego County and the 22 local programs it helps fund, visit www.oswegountiedway.org or www.facebook.com/OswegoUnitedWay.

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