The Bricks in Downtown Hays is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Downtown Dollar Giveaway, a holiday shopping tradition designed to celebrate local businesses, reward shoppers, and keep dollars circulating in our community.
Throughout the campaign, shoppers earned tickets by making purchases at participating Downtown Hays businesses. In addition to the Downtown Dollar drawing, select participating retailers chose individual winners from their in-store ticket boxes as an added thank-you to their customers.
In-Store Drawing Winners
- Azalea Avenue Boutique – Patti Lonnon
- Chestnut Street Floral – Taylor Roach
- Couture For Men – Kayla Dortland
- Custom Creations – Lindsey P
- Eclectic Threads Quilt Studio – Penny Helderman
- JoKiR Juicery – Lexi Gardner
- Paisley Pear – Troy Brown
- Refine – Jackie Creamer
- Regeena’s – Mary Sauer
- Salon Ten O Seven – Joy Haverfield
- Simply Charmed – Diane Dozerway
- The Furniture Look – Michelle Flax
Downtown Dollar Winners
- $250 – Austin Barnes
- $250 – Lisa Schamberger
- $250 – Blaine & Amy Brown
- $500 – Mary Ann Storman
- $500 – Holly Augstine
- $500 – Ashley Stephenson
- $750 – Sarah Hull
- $1,000 – Michelle Flax
“Programs like the Downtown Dollar Giveaway highlight the impact of shopping local,” said Lee Ann June, Executive Director of The Bricks. “When you choose Downtown Hays, you’re supporting small businesses, strengthening the local economy, and helping keep our community vibrant—especially during the holiday season.”
The Bricks thanks all participating businesses, sponsors, and shoppers for making this year’s Downtown Dollar Giveaway a success.
Congratulations to all the winners—and thank you for shopping local, a Timeless Tradition.
About The Bricks / Downtown Hays Development Corporation (DHDC)
The Downtown Hays Development Corporation (DHDC), also known as The Bricks, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the economic and cultural vibrancy of Downtown Hays. Through community events, business partnerships, and place-making initiatives, DHDC works to preserve our historic charm while fostering a thriving downtown for residents, visitors, and future generations.