Keje Hendrickson Wins $5,500 Raffle
Keje Hendrickson was drawn as the $5,500 top-prize winner in Vanterpool’s Pharmacy 55th anniversary raffle, with Premier and Minister of Finance The Honourable Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley conducting the draw outside the pharmacy. Vanterpool’s also donated $1,000 cheques to five local charities as part of the celebrations.
Keje Hendrickson was named the $5,500 top-prize winner in Vanterpool’s Pharmacy 55th anniversary raffle after Premier and Minister of Finance The Honourable Dr. Wheatley (R7) pulled the winning entry outside Vanterpool’s Pharmacy in the presence of owner Nona Vanterpool-Bonelli and members of the Vanterpool family.
Customers who spent $50 or more during the anniversary promotion were automatically entered into the raffle, with Hendrickson taking home the headline prize. The draw formed part of the pharmacy’s yearlong 55th anniversary activities, recognising more than five decades of service to the local community.
In addition to overseeing the raffle, Premier Wheatley presented $1,000 cheques on behalf of Vanterpool’s Pharmacy to five local non-profit organisations: the BVI Diabetic Association, the BVI Cancer Society, VISAR, BVI Purple Dragon—Branch 2 and the BVI Alzheimer’s Association. The donations reflect the pharmacy’s community-focused approach and long-standing ties with health and social service groups across the territory.
Vanterpool’s Pharmacy has been a familiar presence for many residents seeking pharmaceutical services, medical supplies and health advice. Its anniversary celebrations and the accompanying charitable donations underscore the role small, locally owned businesses play in supporting social and health-related initiatives in the Virgin Islands.
The inclusion of community groups such as the Diabetic Association and Cancer Society aligns with the pharmacy’s health-centred mission, while contributions to VISAR and BVI Purple Dragon—Branch 2 highlight support for emergency response and community care efforts. The cheque to the BVI Alzheimer’s Association will assist work related to dementia awareness and support for affected families.
Organisers said the raffle was intended both to thank customers for their loyalty and to give back to the wider community. Residents who took part welcomed the combination of prizes and charitable giving, noting that such gestures help amplify the impact of local service providers beyond everyday transactions.
Vanterpool’s Pharmacy’s 55th anniversary marks a milestone for a business that has been interwoven with community health for generations. Congratulations were extended to Keje Hendrickson, and Vanterpool’s reiterated its commitment to continuing community support in the years ahead.
Primary source: VINO