A Wake Forest man is the lucky winner of the 2026 St. Jude Dream Home, claimed during a live giveaway special that aired on CBS 17. The announcement brought an exciting moment of celebration to the Raleigh area, while also shining a spotlight on one of the country’s most beloved charitable fundraising traditions.
The St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway is an annual campaign that raises critical funds for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, which provides life-saving treatment to children with cancer and other serious illnesses — at no cost to families. Ticket holders across the region purchase chances to win a brand-new home, with all proceeds benefiting the hospital’s mission.
This year’s live reveal on CBS 17 gave Triangle-area viewers a front-row seat to the moment a local resident learned his life was about to change. The Wake Forest winner walked away not only with a stunning new home, but also with the knowledge that his ticket purchase helped support children and families facing some of life’s most difficult challenges.
It’s a feel-good story that combines community generosity, local excitement, and a life-changing prize — a reminder that good things can and do happen right here in the greater Raleigh area. Congratulations to the winner, and thank you to everyone in the Triangle who purchased a ticket and helped make a difference for kids at St. Jude.
Sources: CBS17.com
