Douglas Lenhart, a resident of North Vancouver, became “The Lucky One” when he received an unforgettable call from the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) last week, revealing that he had won the Concert of a Lifetime grand prize.
This extraordinary prize includes a VIP suite at BC Place for the highly anticipated opening night of Taylor Swift’s concert in December, with 14 seats available for him and his guests to experience what is anticipated to be one of the biggest concerts of the year.
Lenhart, an avid music lover who had never set foot in a box suite before, was ecstatic about the prize. “I’ve never been in a box suite before,” he said in a BCLC release. “I know my son and his wife are going to freak out.”
The excitement doesn’t end with Lenhart; he plans to bring his girlfriend, family, and close friends to share in this once-in-a-lifetime experience. In a selfless move, Lenhart will donate four of the coveted seats in his VIP suite to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, offering a group of deserving children the chance to enjoy the concert of a lifetime.
“I figured might as well make it a concert of a lifetime for some people that really deserve it,” Lenhart explained. “I’m sure it’s going to mean a lot more to some kids than it’s going to mean to me.”
One of the most special guests in Lenhart’s suite will be his mom, who not only gets to see Taylor Swift perform live for the first time but will also experience her very first pop concert ever. This heartfelt gesture is a testament to the importance Lenhart places on creating meaningful memories with his loved ones.
The winning ticket was purchased on a whim at Town Pantry on Lonsdale Avenue in North Vancouver. Lenhart had picked up a Concert of Lifetime scratch-and-win ticket, never expecting the life-changing prize that would follow.
In addition to the VIP suite tickets, Lenhart also won $25,000 from the scratch-and-win ticket, a prize that left him in awe. “I’ve never won anything like this in my life before, so it’s pretty sweet,” he shared, reflecting on his unexpected fortune.
As the much-anticipated concert approaches, Lenhart is preparing by immersing himself in Taylor Swift’s music. “She’s a talented musician, great songwriter,” he said, looking forward to the unforgettable experience. “I’m going to enjoy it, and I’m sure my family will as well.”
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Taylor Swift will perform at BC Place from December 6 to 8, and Lenhart’s VIP experience promises to be a night to remember, not only for him but for his family and the lucky children from the Make-A-Wish Foundation who will join him for the concert of a lifetime.
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