In keeping with this year’s Earth Day theme of ‘Planet vs. Plastic,’ entrants in nonprofit Island Green Living’s “Love City Vacation for Two” raffle will make strides towards winning the battle against plastics pollution on the island while putting themselves in the running for an amazing seven-night holiday on St. John, valued at $11,000. All raffle proceeds go toward Island Green’s recycling programs, including ocean-bound plastics and aluminum.
So far, Island Green has collected a whopping 70,000 lbs. of ocean-bound plastics since its inception in February 2022 and more than 3 million aluminum cans. Entries are being accepted through April 30, 2024.
For the fourth year, a group of incredible partners has joined forces to create an amazing vacation raffle to support the vital work carried out by Island Green Living. The seven-night “Love City Vacation for Two” includes accommodations for two, air travel voucher, Jeep rental, dining at some of the area’s most popular restaurants, boat charter, shopping, voluntourism and more – for just $50 a chance, six chances for $250 or 25 chances for $1,000.* Open for all of April, supporters can enter at Island Green’s Earth Month Fundraiser page at www.bit.ly/LoveCityVacation by April 30.
Components include:
- Seven-night stay at Gallows Point Resort for two in a spacious ocean view suite with access to resort amenities including pool, Jacuzzi dining, etc. The resort offers sweeping panoramic views from its private oceanfront location on a lushly landscaped five-acre peninsula that is just a five-minute stroll from St. John’s main town of Cruz Bay
- Airfare vouchers up to $1,000, sponsored by the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism
- One week Jeep Rental compliments of Seashell Vacations, a highly respected island-based company owned and operated by Native Virgin Islanders who are thrilled to share the island with you
- Full Day “Pirate’s Booty” USVI Boat Charter compliments of Flyaway Charters. This seven-hour charter is customized to the winner’s preferences, including off-the-beaten-path treasures and great snorkeling options. Lunch stops can be made at the popular Lime Out, Pizza Pi VI or another superb waterfront lunch spot. Lunch and gratuity are additional.
- Dining: $200 at Dave and Jerry’s Island Steakhouse: A David Feller and Jerry Mace collaboration that offers the best dry-aged meat, fish and vegetables. Enjoy the chef’s creative fare along with delicious, hand-crafted libations and a great wine list.
$100 at The Easterly (Red Hook, St. Thomas), a true dining oasis offering innovative craft cocktails and wood-fired cuisine representative of the Caribbean, which includes many delicious options from the sea
$100 at St. John Provisions, a one-stop coffee shop popular for breakfast and lunch items made fresh daily. Grab N Go Style
$100 at Northshore Deli offers fresh, made-to-order options for breakfast and lunch. Slow-roasted meats, grab-and-go sides, amazing deserts and more
$75 at The Terrace featuring French-influenced fine dining and breathtaking waterfront views
$75 at Skinny Legs, which is a favorite Coral Bay hangout. This laid-back open-air bar and grill is the place to be for relaxing with locals, catching some live entertainment, and enjoying seriously good food and drinks.
$50 at Joe’s Rum Hut, one of the best beach bars and restaurants on St. John combining amazing views, fresh, local cuisine and exceptional drinks
Artwork and Shopping:
o Local artist Katia Moltisanti has graciously donated “Seagrapes View,” a 12 x 12-inch limited edition giclee on canvas inspired by the surrounding beauty of the island. Valued at $255.
o $100 to spend at Mumbo Jumbo, an eclectic gift shop in Coral Bay that offers a wonderful variety of items, including distinctive souvenirs
$50 to spend at Just Beach, offering clothing and accessories in addition to snorkel gear and beach chair rentals, conveniently located in Cruz Bay
- Extras:
Supply of Caribbean Sol, a coral-safe mineral sunscreen that is compliant with the USVI’s ban on sunscreen containing the “Toxic 3 Os” of oxybenzone, octinoxate and octocrylene.
Voluntourism opportunity and private tour at Island Green Living’s ReSource Depot.
The raffle is open through April 30. There is no limit on entries because the goal is to raise as much money as possible for Island Green Living.
Island Green Living extends a huge thank you to the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism and local partners that contributed components and helped put this package together. Please visit and support these organizations.
All entries will be treated as donations to Island Green Living Association. To purchase a ticket, please visit Island Green’s Earth Month Fundraiser (www.bit.ly/LoveCityVacation). Entrants will choose the number of tickets.* From there, they will be taken to a secure PayPal page where they can check out.
Please make certain your correct email is used. Island Green plans to tape the live raffle drawing and notify the winner by email. All entrants will receive a confirmation email from PayPal after purchasing tickets, provided they are a registered PayPal user. The email from PayPal will serve as confirmation of entry into the drawing.
How the drawing works: The raffle committee will generate a raffle ticket with the entrant’s name – one for each $50 donated (6 for $250 or 25 for $1,000*). From these tickets, a winner will be drawn. The drawing will take place live via Island Green Living’s Facebook page at 1 p.m., Saturday, May 4, and the winner will be announced.
*Those who donate $1,000 via the “Multiple Donations” button will receive 25 tickets.
Island Green Living operates the island’s only aluminum and ocean-bound plastic recycling programs and the Resource Depot, St. John’s only reuse store, which has saved nearly 1,000,000 lbs. of building materials, furnishings, clothing etc. from the landfill, as well as other sustainable endeavors.
The Fine Print:
The “Love City Escape for Two” vacation package is limited to two people, valid from May – Dec. 20, 2024 and April 26 – Dec. 19, 2025. They are subject to space availability and certain blackout periods (weeks of Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year’s, President’s Day, Easter, July 4th). Some businesses/restaurants may be closed during hurricane season and it is the winner’s responsibility to verify hours of operations for gift certificate redemption.
The winner must adhere to the individual property/business rules and restrictions including the provision of a credit card number for holds/damage deposits, etc. In the event that a property/business becomes uninhabitable due to a storm, fire or Act of God, the winner agrees to forfeit the prize. We strongly encourage the winner to purchase travel insurance. None of the prizes are transferable without the business owner’s consent and are not redeemable for cash. As required by the IRS, a 1099 will be issued for the value of the prize package.
Car Rental: Due to limited inventory available on the island, a minimum three-month advance notice is required for booking. It must be booked online with a valid credit card and driver’s license. A $100 deposit is required to reserve/hold the vehicle. No cash back for any unused portion of the rental.
Celebrating 20 years in operation this year, Island Green Living Association is a registered 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit organization on St. John dedicated to sustainability throughout the USVI. www.islandgreenliving.org
