***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries – see who won below!***
Thanks to random.org’s trusty randomness, we’ve got our winner and it is… Gretchen B (whose husband is “a mastermind with wood. He can make almost anything, at times he has surprised himself at what he canters up.”). That sounds familiar. Congrats Gretchen!
Happy Almost Father’s Day — Giveaway Recap
We’re a little late posting this (proofing a long book took more time than expected), but we didn’t want Father’s Day to pass without a proper celebration. To mark the occasion, Home Depot generously provided a prize pack to help one lucky reader treat a special guy in their life. The package includes a $100 Home Depot gift card plus a RYOBI 18V ONE+ Lithium Ion Compact Drill Kit (valued at $150). It’s an easy way to show appreciation for a handy husband, dad, uncle, brother, grandfather, or neighbor — or to give them a helpful nudge to finish that ongoing project.
The RYOBI kit is built to be lightweight (under three pounds) and comes with a battery that, according to the manufacturer, lasts up to four times longer than a typical battery. That combination makes it a practical addition to any tool collection: a compact, portable drill and driver that’s well suited for both quick fixes and weekend projects.
Prize Details
- Prize: $100 Home Depot gift card and a RYOBI 18V ONE+ Lithium Ion Compact Drill Kit (kit value listed at $150).
- Who can win: One winner selected at random.
- Shipping: Prize ships within the United States.
How to Enter (original contest instructions)
- To enter: Comment on the original post with the phrase “HAPPY FATHER’S DAY!” and tell us who you’re celebrating and why.
- Bonus question: Share the most “manly” quality you admire in that person — whether it’s their knack for fixing things, a warm way they interact with children, or a small detail like a bit of stubble that makes them look rugged.
- Entry limit: One entry per email address.
- Winner selection: A winner was chosen using random.org and announced as an update to the post.
Timing and Notes
The giveaway originally closed on Wednesday, June 13th at 8pm EST or when entries reached 10,000, whichever came first. The winner was announced in a follow-up update. We always encourage entrants to check that announcement for confirmation and to follow the instructions given there should they be selected.
We host these giveaways simply to show appreciation for our readers—we don’t receive payment or special perks for running them. Photos and product images were provided by Home Depot.
Tips for Entries and Celebrations
If you’re entering similar giveaways or writing a celebratory comment, be genuine and concise. Share a brief, specific reason you admire the person you’re honoring — stories and small details make entries memorable. Whether it’s a practical skill, a patient way of teaching others, or a particular charm, those personal touches make a note of appreciation shine.
Finally, even if you weren’t the winner this time, small gestures go a long way: a thoughtful card, time spent together, or helping wrap up a project can be as meaningful as a new tool. Happy Father’s Day to all the caregivers, fixers, mentors, and role models out there — we appreciate you.
Note: We aren’t paid or perked for hosting these giveaways; we run them to thank you for reading. See our Giveaway FAQ on the original site for more details. Pics courtesy of Home Depot.