Oxford, Miss. – Beginning Friday, Nov. 6, the St. Jude Dream Home will welcome visitors for open‑house tours. The 2,700‑square‑foot residence, valued at nearly $800,000, was completed last week and is fully staged with four bedrooms, four bathrooms, and a luxury kitchen.
Community Celebration and Ribbon‑Cutting
Builders, designers and St. Jude supporters gathered Thursday for a ribbon‑cutting ceremony. Shea Garner, a parent whose child receives care at St. Jude, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to give back to the organization that helped her family financially and medically. “It’s wonderful just to be here, to be a part of this… something we didn’t know we would ever get to be a part of, but it’s nice to be here and be able to support the place that helped support us and helped our family financially and just help heal her, get her better,” Garner said.
Josh Samuels of Samuels Construction, LLC, echoed the sentiment, noting that the project aligns his professional expertise with a cause he cares deeply about. “I really love this community, and I want to do something to give back,” Samuels said. “When St. Jude came along, it was like the perfect marriage of the thing that I love to do, which is building, the thing that I think I’m best at, and for such a wonderful cause.”
Tour Details and How to Participate
Action News 5’s Kym Clark received an exclusive walkthrough Thursday and will share a detailed video tour in the coming weeks. In the meantime, the public can visit the Dream Home on Fridays and Sundays through Dec. 6. Tickets are free, but visitors must reserve a spot by calling 1‑800‑537‑3464 or by visiting dreamhome.org.The Dream Home program, run by St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, raises funds through ticket sales and a national sweepstakes that gives participants a chance to win the house. Proceeds support St. Jude’s mission to advance cures and treatments for pediatric catastrophic diseases.
Why the Dream Home Matters to Oxford
Beyond showcasing high‑end design, the Dream Home serves as a tangible reminder of the power of local generosity. Oxford residents have contributed time, materials and financial support, reinforcing the town’s reputation for strong family values and faith‑based community service. The event also highlights the partnership between local businesses and a nationally recognized charitable organization, illustrating how grassroots effort can bolster a cause that benefits children across the country.
For families interested in learning more about St. Jude’s work or getting involved in future community projects, the Dream Home tours provide an accessible entry point. Attendees can ask volunteers about the hospital’s programs, discover ways to volunteer, and see firsthand how charitable giving translates into real‑world impact.
Looking Ahead
The final day of tours, Dec. 6, will close the local ticket window. Afterward, the house will be entered into the national sweepstakes, with the winner announced later in the year. Oxford’s participation underscores the town’s commitment to supporting families facing serious illness, a cause that aligns closely with the community’s Christian faith and dedication to helping those in need.
Stay tuned to Action News 5 and the HyperLocal Loop for updates on the sweepstakes winner and future charitable initiatives in Oxford.
Original reporting: Action News 5 WMC (Gray) — read the source article.
