2024 DREAM HOUSE - FAQ'S

WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO BUY A TICKET?

Any adult 18 years or older.

WHERE CAN I BUY TICKETS?

Tickets can be purchased online at www.lakecountyymca.org/dreamhouse, at the YMCA Dream House during tour dates (Thursdays - Sundays, June 27 - August 4, 2024), or by mail. If purchasing by mail include the ticket package(s) wanted, along with payment, and send to the following address:

• Lake County YMCA, Attn: Dream House, 933 Mentor Avenue, Painesville, OH 44077
• Make checks payable to the Lake County YMCA
• Receipt/Tour Pass: If you would like a receipt, which also serves as your tour pass, please include a stamped self-addressed envelope.
• All mail-in entry forms must be postmarked no later than the Friday before the final day of ticket sales (Specific date will be released Spring 2024)

WHAT DO I NEED TO TOUR THE HOUSE? 

Anyone 18 years or older, who wants to tour the Lake County YMCA house, will need to purchase a ticket. (Family members, under 18, will be admitted under the adult ticket.) If you purchase a ticket(s) online, you will receive an email confirmation/receipt that will serve as your tour pass for the house. All you will need to do is show the confirmation/receipt (on your phone or a printed copy) to the Dream House representative on the day you choose to tour.

WHERE IS THE HOUSE LOCATED?

The 2024 Dream House is located in a new development off of Route 84, Andrews Ridge, in Willoughby, Ohio. The Lake County YMCA will once again be partnering with ProBuilt Homes to construct the home. ProBuilt was the builder of the 2019 Dream House.

IF I PURCHASE MY TICKETS ONLINE OR BY MAIL WILL YOU SEND ME MY TICKETS?

No, you will not receive tickets in the mail or by email. Dream House/Car Tickets are printed at the Lake County Y located at 933 Mentor Avenue, Painesville, Ohio. For safety purposes, all tickets are stored in a fire-proof safe until the semi-finalist drawing, which will be held in the Summer of 2024 (Specific day/time will be announced in the Spring of 2024.) 

• What if I want to tour the house? You will only receive an email confirmation/receipt that will serve as your tour pass. All you will need to do is show confirmation/receipt (on your phone or a printed copy) to the Dream House representative on the day you choose to tour the house

HOW WILL I KNOW MY TICKET NUMBERS? 

You do not need to know or have ticket numbers to win the Dream House/Car. If you are chosen as a semi-finalist, the Lake County Y will only require you to show a valid form of identification matching the name and contact information listed on the ticket.

WHAT IS THE VALUE OF THE HOUSE?

The house and land is valued at approximately $700,000+. The winner will be responsible to have a certified appraisal done to establish a value at their own cost.

IF I WIN THE HOUSE ARE THE FURNISHINGS INCLUDED?

No, furnishings will not come with the house. The Dream house will be beautifully staged by local furniture sponsors.

WHAT IS THE VALUE OF THE CAR?

The 2024 Chevy Blazer is valued at approximately $40,000+. 

DO I HAVE TO PAY TAXES ON THE HOUSE OR CAR PRIZES?

Yes, the winner(s) is responsible for all taxes.

HOW AND WHEN WILL THE WINNER BE CHOSEN?

SEMI-FINAL DRAWING (This event will be streamed LIVE on Facebook):

• Will be held on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at 6:00pm.
• 20 tickets will be chosen for the House and 10 tickets will be drawn for the car to determine the semi-finalists for the final drawings.
• The 20 semi-finalists for the house and 10 semi-finalists for the car will be invited to the final drawing that will be held on Sunday, August 11, 2024, at 2:00pm.
• You DO NOT NEED TO BE PRESENT to become a semi-finalist.
• Semi-finalists will be notified by phone and/or email.
• If a semi-finalist does not provide a phone number or email, a certified letter will be sent to the address listed on the entry ticket.

FINAL DRAWING (This event will be streamed LIVE on Facebook):

• Will be held on Sunday, August 11, 2024, at 2:00pm.
• If you are not able to be at the final drawing, you may designate a representative to attend on your behalf. (Tickets are non-transferable)
• Each semi-finalist for the house will choose ONE key and one of the “lucky keys” will open the Dream House and each semi-finalist for the car will choose ONE key that will start the car.
• All 20 semi-finalists are eligible to win the Dream House, and all 10 car semi-finalists are eligible to win the car.

CAN I SAVE MONEY BY PURCHASING MULTIPLE TICKETS?

There are many ways to save. Go to www.lakecountyymca.org/dreamhouse and select the TICKETS tab to see all available ticket packages. Remember, tickets make great gifts for friends or family and each purchased ticket supports the Lake County Y!

IS THERE A CASH OPTION ON THE HOUSE?

Yes. Instead of accepting the house, the winner may choose a $275,000 cash option. Just as with the house, all taxes are the responsibility of the winner. If chosen, the cash payment would be made in mid-December of 2024. 

IS THERE A CASH OPTION ON THE CAR?

There is no cash option for the car. The winner will receive the 2024 Chevy Blazer.

IS IT TRUE THAT IF I PURCHASE A DREAM HOUSE TOUR TICKET AND HAVE A CAR TICKET, I MIGHT WIN BOTH THE HOUSE AND THE CAR?

Yes, you will have the opportunity to win both if you purchased at least three or more Dream House tickets. There will be two separate drawings, one for the house and one for the car. Car tickets are not sold separately.

QUESTIONS?

• Email us at: tickets@lakecountyymca.org
• Call 440-579-4729: Beginning June 1, 2024

HOW DOES THE DREAM HOUSE SUPPORT THE LAKE COUNTY Y?

The YMCA is hopeful to raise $500,000 through ticket sales. All proceeds will go right back into supporting Lake County’s most vulnerable residents. “The Lake County YMCA is one of the area’s largest nonprofits working to better our community and we value the support of THE CHEVY NETWORK and Classic Chevrolet and other donors...,” said YMCA CEO, Dick Bennett. “These two organizations have supported us for many years and truly understand the impact we make together in the communities we serve. We are so appreciative.”

• Youth Development – nurturing the potential of every child i.e. Summer Learning Loss Program, After school childcare, Summer camp, Safety Around Water, Leaders Club.
• Healthy Living – improving the nation’s health and well-being i.e. brings families closer together, encourages good health and fosters connections through fitness, sports, fun and shared interests.
• Social Responsibility – giving back and supporting our neighbors i.e. With your help, we expand access to the resources, opportunities, and relationships that everyone needs to thrive.