Ticket sales end June 11th at midnight

The draw will be held on June 12th at noon

1 for $15.00 | 3 for $40.00 | 5 for $60.00 | 10 for $100.00

The winner receives half of the pot and The Mark Preece Family House receives the other half.

By purchasing 50/50 raffle tickets, not only could you win the grand cash prize, but more importantly, you will be helping us continue to provide support and care to people in need.

The Mark Preece Family House would like to recognize the ongoing support of the Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) Centre’s Security Services. Since opening in 2011, these wonderful security professionals have played an integral role in making our House feel like a home.

With so many of our guests arriving from out-of-town and unfamiliar with the Hamilton area, knowing there is a “Walk Safe” program offered by HHS Security Professionals provides additional peace of mind during an already stressful time. With just a simple phone call, our guests are able to request an after-hours escort to walk them to and from the hospital at all hours of the night.

Security professionals at HHS are responsible for ensuring hospital policies are followed and hospital sites are safe for patients, visitors, staff and doctors. These licensed professionals are trained in non-violent crisis intervention and de-escalation; equity, diversity, inclusion; and first aid and CPR. Their work helps us ensure The Mark Preece Family House is a safe home away from home for our guests.

We would like to extend a big thanks to Aspire Bakeries for providing our families with a weekly supply of English muffins and bagels.

Thanks to this much-needed support, our families are able to take advantage of having additional grab-and-go options on their way to the hospital each morning.

It’s the support of companies like Aspire Bakeries that allow us to keep our lights on and mission going, providing support to families in crisis.

Thank you to all of our incredible sponsors, golfers, volunteers, and vendors for making this year such a great success. Because of you, we were able to raise $50,152 to support families in need!

A little bit of rain and an unexpected power outage couldn’t stop us as more than 120 golfers took to the links at Flamborough Hills Golf Club on Thursday, May 29 for our 28th Annual Golf4Life fundraising tournament.

This year’s event featured Hamilton Tiger-Cats legend Simoni Lawrence hosting our first ever “Wheel of Fore” contest. Golfers also enjoyed delicious food and drink tastings from Willibald Farm Distillery & Brewery, Beam Suntory Global Spirits, and homemade butter tarts from our very own volunteers, Pam & Wayne Bigelow. Between on-course challenges like the Closest to the Pin, Longest Drive, and Marshmallow Drive, as well as a great silent auction, there were no shortages of prizes to take home.

During dinner, the Potter family shared their incredible story as guests of the Mark Preece Family House, highlighting the impact of the House’s mission of serving families with loved ones in medical crises. Thank you to everyone who joined us and made the day so special. We can’t wait to do it all again next year!

Thank you to our sponsors for helping to make Golf4Life 2025 a success!

Thank you to the organizers of Prom Night: All Grown Up 2025 for hosting a fun-filled event and raising $1,610 in support of The Mark Preece Family House.

This unique event, held on April 11th in St. Catharines, was a chance for adults to re-live their younger years and attend a prom-themed dance party, featuring food stations, cocktails, a live band, DJ, games, photobooths, and a 360 video booth.

Whether it’s a BBQ, car wash, golf tournament, or a unique event like Prom Night: All Grown Up, community fundraisers can be a rewarding way for individuals, groups or organizations to raise money to support the House!

If you’re interested in hosting your own community event, please reach out to info@markpreecehouse.ca for more information on how to get started.

The Mark Preece Family House is always accepting donations of items from our wish list.

Our top 3 items this month are:

1. Food Basics, Amazon, or Costco gift cards (to support everyday needs)
2. Paper products like tissues, paper towels, napkins, and bathroom tissue
3. Ground coffee and K-Cup coffee pods

Thanks for supporting the House and the families that stay with us.

Volunteers from the YMCA Newcomer Youth Mentorship Program, led by Marisa Mariella, returned this month (May 5) putting together yet another amazing meal for families. Marisa and the New Horizons Seniors Club also joined us on May 8, providing an incredible Italian Feast for our guests.

The Rockton Lions Club (May 7) and Christian Public Service (Canada) (May 1, 12, 19, & 26), faithful hosts of our Thyme for Dinner program, joined us once again in May to ensure our guests have delicious meals welcoming them after a long day at the hospital.

Guest Jackie Cunningham provided another amazing dinner (May 2) for fellow families before checking out. Chef D also provided a delicious meal for guests (May 14).

Thank you to all these incredible groups and individuals for providing delicious, home-cooked meals for our families at a time when they need it most. If you or your business would like to support this much-loved program, click the link below!

Our recent & upcoming Adopt-A-Day donors:

May 3: Donated by Marilyn Birchall

In loving memory of my dear sister, Carolyn.

May 15: Donated by Doug & Marie Smith Smith

In Memory of Boo Smith.

May 20: Donated by Norm & Marlene Brown

Be grateful and be kind.

May 28: Donated by Catherine Bridgman

June 1: Donated by Kent Schappert

Jesus Loves You. Read Psalm 23.

June 4: Donated by Jeanette Arsenault

Happy Birthday to our Smiler man, Ronald.

June 6: Donated by Laura Anzik

Celebrating Life!

June 16: Donated by Sandy & Jane Craik

Happy Birthday Sandy Craik!

We’re thrilled to invite you to our tenth annual Fall For Beer event, an autumn tradition that brings together good friends, fantastic food, and, of course, outstanding beer!

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, November 4, 2025, as we gather at The SHED, Shawn & Ed Brewing Co. (65 Hatt Street, Dundas) for an unforgettable evening.