St. Jude Parish Winavette Raffle Refund Process – Final Update

The refund request process for the 2024 St. Jude Parish Winavette raffle has now concluded.

As part of St. Jude the Apostle Parish’s commitment to transparency, the parish worked with HBKVG, an independent accounting firm, to administer and oversee the refund process. HBKVG was responsible for verifying documentation, reconciling records and issuing refunds to eligible participants.

The refund request period was open from December 6, 2025, through January 3, 2026. During that time, individuals who purchased 2024 Winavette raffle tickets were able to submit requests for refunds.

Approximately 700 refund requests were received, and 644 refunds were issued totaling $114,488 to those who participated and requested a refund.

Refund checks were mailed through the U.S. Postal Service in several batches during February 2026. Because refunds were issued through the postal system, some checks have been returned due to delivery issues and will be resent.

Individuals who know they are receiving a refund but have not yet received their check are asked to wait until May 1, 2026 before contacting the parish office.

The independent review conducted by HBKVG has now been completed, and the dedicated phone lines and email addresses established for the refund process are no longer active.

St. Jude Parish appreciates the patience and cooperation of those who participated in the raffle and is grateful for the continued support of the parish community.

Contact Information

After May 1, 2026, individuals who believe they are receiving a refund but have not received their check may contact:

St. Jude the Apostle Parish
2801 W. 6th Street
Erie, PA 16505
Phone: (814) 833-0927