Lexington St. Jude Dream Home Drawing Raised $1.1 Million

A winner has been selected for the latest charity home project in Lexington, which raised over one million dollars.

Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Philanthropy

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The Lexington St. Jude Dream Home drawing raised $1.1 million, with winner Jeff Moore selected to support the hospital's pediatric research efforts. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Jeff Moore of McKee, Ky., was selected as the winner of the 2026 St. Jude Dream Home in a charity drawing. The project successfully raised $1.1 million to support St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Why it matters

The annual initiative provides critical funding for pediatric cancer research and treatment at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. By leveraging community support through home giveaways, the project sustains ongoing patient care efforts.

This project is the 12th St. Jude Dream Home constructed in Lexington and the fourth to be built by Mulberry Builders. The initiative generated $1.1 million in total funds for the hospital.

The players

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

This is a leading pediatric treatment and research facility dedicated to understanding and treating childhood cancers and other life-threatening diseases.

Mulberry Builders

This construction company has completed four Dream Home projects for the St. Jude charity initiative.

Jeff Moore

He is a resident of McKee, Ky., and the winner of the 2026 St. Jude Dream Home.

The details

The winner was selected through a formal drawing process held for the residential property. In addition to the grand prize, organizers are currently verifying the recipients of other associated rewards, including an Ultimate Sports Experience prize and tickets to a 2027 concert in Nashville.

Timeline

  1. The St. Jude Dream Home drawing was held in 2026.

  2. The Darius & Friends concert is scheduled for 2027.

Market Landscape

This project follows the long-standing community fundraising pattern established by the St. Jude Dream Home program. It represents a continuation of localized philanthropic efforts that partner private builders with national health institutions.

Residents who purchased tickets contributed to the $1.1 million total, which directly funds hospital operations and patient care. While the grand prize drawing is complete, participants should monitor official channels for the verification of secondary prize winners.

The takeaway

Community-led housing raffles serve as a significant revenue stream for national medical institutions. Participating in these local events offers residents a way to directly support specialized healthcare initiatives while potentially securing real estate assets.

Further reading

For more information on local charity efforts, visit the Lexington Philanthropy section.

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