A 50/50 draw run by the United Way makes every entrant a winner.

The Together We Dream lottery guarantees one winner a minimum jackpot of $7,500, but every ticket purchased helps reduce childhood poverty in Windsor-Essex.

“When you purchase a Together We Dream ticket, you are supporting kids and families right here in Windsor-Essex County,” says Sheri Lowrie, co-chair of the charity’s campus campaign team.

“The United Way invests in many programs and services that help kids be ready to learn, have the nutrition they need, and provide services that wrap around the family so that kids can thrive in and out of school.”

The draw will be held at noon Friday, Dec. 18. Purchase tickets at www.weareunited5050.com, until Dec. 17.