St. John, USVI – April 2, 2026 – Once again, nonprofit Island Green Living is celebrating Earth Month by giving entrants an opportunity to win an amazing seven-night “Love City Grand Prize Vacation” – this year for 2 – 10 guests! Accommodations will be at the incredible five-bedroom beachfront Beach Villa by Artistic Villas, a beautifully designed tropical retreat including a private pool, garden and direct beach access, donated by board member Donald Schnell and his wife, Deborah. There is also an airfare credit of up to $2,000, Jeep Wrangler rental and private boat charter, both compliments of a board member, select dining and more. Valued at more than $16,000, every entry funds the organization’s vital recycling, greening education, food security and other sustainability initiatives. EARTH MONTH Raffle entries, priced at $50 a chance, 3 for $125, 6 for $250, or 30 “Golden Ticket” chances for $1,000, are available at bit.ly/308LckJ through May 11, 2026.

This year there are additional prize opportunities: A Second Prize offers an Adventure & Shopping Experience, valued at $1,335, and available to those who purchase three or more entries. Additionally a bonus Early Bird drawing for a Private Wine Tasting Experience in Bovoni, St. Thomas, for up to eight, valued at $500, is exclusively available for those who purchase chances by April 20, 2026. The winners remain eligible for all other prizes.

“Thanks to Deborah and Donald Schnell for donating their exceptional oceanfront Beach Villa, the USVI Department of Tourism, and all our incredible partners,” said Harith Wickrema, board president. “The theme of this year’s Earth Day is ‘Our Power, Our Planet,’ and these entities have come together to truly support and empower Island Green’s initiatives to make the territory – and the planet – a better place. Please visit these local businesses and show your appreciation.”

The EARTH MONTH “Love City Grand Prize Vacation” components include:

• Seven-night stay in St. John for up to 10 guests at The Beach Villa from Artistic Villas, compliments of proprietors Deborah & Donald Schnell. This artfully designed beachfront masterpiece offers five bedrooms, a quaint pool in a garden setting, and a generous patio area for everyone to easily gather.
• Airfare voucher up to $2,000, sponsored by the US Virgin Islands Department of Tourism
• 4-Door Jeep Wrangler rental for one week, compliments of Seashell Vacations, a local family-owned company known for sharing the very best of St. John. Thanks to Curtis Penn
• Private boat charter experience valued at $900 (fuel not included), also compliments of the unmatched Seashell Vacations
• Rejuvenating 60-minute Swedish massage at Crandall Massage, located within Mongoose Junction, with thanks to Meagen Crandall
• Dining
  • Private Chef Dinner in the Villa for up to 6 guests, prepared by celebrated Chef Vincent Alterio of St. John Speakeasy (alcohol and gratuity NOT included, but upgrades are available)
  • $150 at Ocean 362, offering locally sourced, exceptional “island to table” cuisine and stunning sunset views, located in the heart of Cruz Bay
  • $100 at The Longboard, serving Caribbean-inspired cuisine including local seafood and vegetarian dishes in the heart of Cruz Bay
  • $100 at Morgan’s Mango, exceptional Caribbean Seafood restaurant offering a relaxed, seaside setting in Cruz Bay
• Shopping at Bamboula, located in Mongoose Junction, with a $100 certificate good toward their eclectic inventory of ethnic art, music, instruments, home decor, clothing and accessories
• Voluntourism opportunity & private tour at Island Green Living’s ReSource Depot.

The EARTH MONTH Second Prize Adventure & Shopping Experience, valued at $1,335, includes:

• Zipline for 4, compliments of Tree Limin’ Extreme! Perched high above Magens Bay on St. Thomas, the zipline tour takes guests on a one-of-a-kind journey through the rainforest of St. Peter Mountain
• Sailing credit of $250 to be used toward any available sail on Kekoa, recipient of Trip Advisor’s 2020 Travelers Choice Award
• $200 at La Tapa Plage, serving contemporary Mediterranean cuisine with its own personal interpretation, located beachside in Wharfside Village, Cruz Bay
• $100 gift certificate at Salt and Strand, located next to the Cruz Bay Landing, offering women’s clothing, home decor and local art
• St. John Sailsack Co. handcrafted bag, valued at $229

To enter, visit Island Green’s Earth Month Raffle page: bit.ly/308LckJ, and choose the number of tickets desired. Entrants will receive a confirmation email following. The raffle period ends at 11:55 pm on Monday, May 11, 2026. The winner will be randomly drawn and announced via Facebook in mid-May and the winner will be notified by email.

All raffle proceeds go toward Island Green’s programming including the island’s only oceanbound plastics and aluminum recycling as well as community education and other sustainability initiatives. So far, Island Green has collected 150,000+ pounds of ocean-bound plastics since its inception in February 2022 and more than 5 million aluminum cans. The Resource Depot, St. John’s only reuse store, has saved more than 1,000,000 lbs. of pre-owned building materials, furnishings, clothing etc. from the landfill.

The Fine Print

The “Love City Grand Prize Vacation” package is valid from May – December 13, 2026 and May – December 13, 2027 and subject to space availability and certain blackout periods (weeks of Carnival & Thanksgiving). No Sunday arrivals. A form will be provided for requested available dates. Once returned, signed & the confirmation email is sent, there are no changes.

All prize components are subject to space availability; winners are responsible for confirming reservations. Some businesses/restaurants may be closed during hurricane season and other periods; 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 closes or becomes uninhabitable due to a storm, fire, or Act of God, the winner agrees to forfeit the prize. We strongly encourage the winner 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.

Kekoa: Sails are subject to availability and credit cannot be used during holiday periods. The dollar amount awarded can only be applied to the cost of the sail and cannot be used toward crew gratuity or Kekoa merchandise. Kekoa is dry-docked for the peak of hurricane season and will not be available August 15 – Oct 31.

Car Rental: Renter must provide proof of insurance and a visa/mc/discover on the rental contract. No CDW/LDW is available. Drivers must be 25 years or older. The winner must comply with all terms and conditions. Tax is not included. No cash back for any unused portion of the rental.

Established in 2004, 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.