Discover how this single mum's act of gratitude turned into a $3.3 million dream home!
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We are always moved by heartwarming stories that inspire us and fill us with gratitude. Today, we would like to share a truly uplifting tale that highlights the incredible rewards of kindness, featuring a remarkable single mother.
Allow us to introduce Sylvia, a devoted single mother raising two boys named Brock and Declan. Life in their cosy two-bedroom apartment was far from easy, especially when Sylvia noticed concerning behaviour in her teenage son, Brock.
‘He got a little bit angry with the world, was just becoming really hard to parent,’ said Sylvia.
It was during this challenging time that Sylvia began searching for a source of support.
To her surprise, Brock took the initiative to seek solace by reaching out to the Kids Helpline. This invaluable resource provided him with counselling and essential life skills training, paving the way for his personal growth and readiness for the job market. Sylvia acknowledges that the helpline not only turned Brock's life around but may have even saved it.
Filled with deep gratitude, Sylvia decided to show her appreciation and repay the organisation for their unwavering support. Little did she know that her act of thanks would bring about a new chapter in her family's life.
Sylvia purchased a ticket for the prize home raffle organised by YourTown, the charity that supports Kids Helpline. But she never anticipated that her small gesture of kindness would lead to winning an astounding $3.3 million prize home!
Located in one of the most picturesque areas of southeast Queensland, this dream home became the setting for Sylvia, Brock and Declan’s fresh start. Within the walls of their luxurious new abode, they began a journey brimming with hope, joy and countless treasured memories.
But this saga provides more than just a change of scenery. Five months after moving into their new home, Sylvia was in for another pleasant surprise.
She had the opportunity to meet Phil, the amazing Kids Helpline counsellor who offered crucial support to Brock during his hour of need.
Phil's unwavering dedication to helping young lives shines a light on the importance of organisations like Kids Helpline.
He also emphasised the need for increased funding, as currently, Kids Helpline resources are only able to answer two in every five calls.
Sylvia's story is a wonderful example of how gratitude can have a profound impact, showing us that even small acts of kindness can lead to unexpected rewards. But what's even more important is the valuable lesson it teaches us that by supporting those in need, we can truly make a difference.
At the Seniors Discount Club, we encourage our members to consider lending a hand to worthy organisations like Kids Helpline and YourTown, if possible. Who knows? Perhaps you could be the next fortunate person to receive a life-changing prize, all because you chose to pay it forward.
Allow us to introduce Sylvia, a devoted single mother raising two boys named Brock and Declan. Life in their cosy two-bedroom apartment was far from easy, especially when Sylvia noticed concerning behaviour in her teenage son, Brock.
‘He got a little bit angry with the world, was just becoming really hard to parent,’ said Sylvia.
It was during this challenging time that Sylvia began searching for a source of support.
In gratitude for the assistance they provided her son, the single mother purchased a raffle ticket as a way to give back to the Kids Helpline. Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay
To her surprise, Brock took the initiative to seek solace by reaching out to the Kids Helpline. This invaluable resource provided him with counselling and essential life skills training, paving the way for his personal growth and readiness for the job market. Sylvia acknowledges that the helpline not only turned Brock's life around but may have even saved it.
Filled with deep gratitude, Sylvia decided to show her appreciation and repay the organisation for their unwavering support. Little did she know that her act of thanks would bring about a new chapter in her family's life.
Sylvia purchased a ticket for the prize home raffle organised by YourTown, the charity that supports Kids Helpline. But she never anticipated that her small gesture of kindness would lead to winning an astounding $3.3 million prize home!
Located in one of the most picturesque areas of southeast Queensland, this dream home became the setting for Sylvia, Brock and Declan’s fresh start. Within the walls of their luxurious new abode, they began a journey brimming with hope, joy and countless treasured memories.
As a result of her small gesture, the single mother was incredibly fortunate and won a luxurious home worth $3.3 million in southeast Queensland. Photo by Lukas Hartmann.
But this saga provides more than just a change of scenery. Five months after moving into their new home, Sylvia was in for another pleasant surprise.
She had the opportunity to meet Phil, the amazing Kids Helpline counsellor who offered crucial support to Brock during his hour of need.
Phil's unwavering dedication to helping young lives shines a light on the importance of organisations like Kids Helpline.
He also emphasised the need for increased funding, as currently, Kids Helpline resources are only able to answer two in every five calls.
Sylvia's story is a wonderful example of how gratitude can have a profound impact, showing us that even small acts of kindness can lead to unexpected rewards. But what's even more important is the valuable lesson it teaches us that by supporting those in need, we can truly make a difference.
At the Seniors Discount Club, we encourage our members to consider lending a hand to worthy organisations like Kids Helpline and YourTown, if possible. Who knows? Perhaps you could be the next fortunate person to receive a life-changing prize, all because you chose to pay it forward.
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