Anna Vella, a devoted advocate for feline welfare, recently emerged as a significant winner in the Maltese VAT lottery. Her prize, totalling €5,892, was gathered from just four receipts—a windfall that she has pledged to use for the betterment of her cherished cat companions.

Anna's longstanding commitment to caring for an extensive colony of cats has earned her widespread admiration. For years, she has diligently collected shopping receipts from members of the community, leveraging these seemingly mundane tokens to generate funds vital for sustaining the well-being of her beloved furry felines.

The news of Anna's lottery triumph, however, was met with some scepticism, prompting her to address any concerns regarding the legitimacy of her win. Assuring sceptics of her integrity, Anna emphasised her humble origins and the painstaking efforts she has undertaken to support her cause. Her success, she says, is a testament to perseverance rather than mere coincidence.

Taking to the social media platform ‘Are You Being Served’, Anna shared evidence through a photo showcasing bags brimming with collected receipts—a visual representation of the collective effort rallied behind her cause.

In her post, she outlined the indispensable role played by lottery winnings in covering essential expenses such as rent, transport, food, medicine, and veterinary care for her beloved cats.

This isn't the first time Anna has tasted success in the VAT lottery, and she is quick to extend an open invitation to others to join her in her ongoing efforts. Whether through the donation of receipts, recycling materials, or offering support in any form, Anna envisions a future where the welfare of her feline companions is safeguarded through the collective goodwill of the community.

Well done Anna for being a hero to these cats in need!

Screenshot taken from Facebook group 'Are You Being Served? (Malta & Gozo) Original