A sold-out crowd of 300 guests helped make this year’s Handbags for Hospice fundraiser the most successful yet, raising a record $38,150 to support people receiving care from the Chatham-Kent Hospice.

Hosted by a dedicated group of volunteers on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at the Everest Convention Centre, the evening featured twelve games of Bingo with designer handbags as prizes, a raffle table with prizes donated by local businesses and community members, and a Platinum Purse Draw for a Michael Kors weekender bag and accessories.

“We are so thankful to the planning committee and the community for their support of Handbags for Hospice,” said Brock McGregor, Executive Director of the Chatham-Kent Hospice Foundation. “A special thank you to those who sponsored handbags in memory of loved ones. Over seven years, Handbags for Hospice has raised more than $233,000 to support families facing end of life. These funds ensure our residents and their families receive compassionate care and grief support—at no cost to them.”

The next Handbags for Hospice event to take place will be the Spring event on April 16, 2026, while the next Fall event is scheduled for October 15, 2026

For updates on when ticket sales start and event information, follow Handbags for Hospice – Chatham-Kent on Facebook at @handbagsforhospice.chathamkent.