We want to thank every single Vivanista member who took the time to participate in our Rockin’ Around the Christmas Keys: 25 Days of Viva Cheer contest which concluded last night when we drew the winner’s name from a hat at our Viva Holiday Shopping Soiree.

Without further ado, we proudly announce that the Vivanista member who won the two key necklaces courtesy of Tiffany & Co. is none other than Ms. Liz Johannesen!

Liz, thank you so much for participating, sharing your thoughts and contributing to the virtual sisterhood! We hope the keys bring you some joy this holiday season.

Liz’s reaction:

“I love Vivanista (and not just because they give me jewelry). I was so thrilled to find such a fabulous community of like-minded women online. The amazing ideas and experiences shared have given me new interest and motivation to not only continue my efforts supporting our community, but to explore new opportunities, too.  Thank you for celebrating AND motivating us!

Honestly, I’m so honored to be chosen to receive this gorgeus gift I’m not sure If I want to keep it…or donate it to my next silent auction this weekend!”

If you did not get a chance to participate, check out some of the highlights from all of the wonderful contributions to the contest from naming the San Francisco Zoo’s baby kangaroo to the best holidays gifts ever given and received.

Top 5 Questions:

1. Name the baby kangaroo! (43 comments) Voting on the winning baby Kangaroo name will occur 12/14-12/18/09
2. What was the best vacation you ever took? (26 comments)
3. What is a Valuable Lesson Learned From Volunteering? (25 comments)
4. Who is the most inspirational philanthropic person you know and why? (23 comments)
5. If you could ask a political leader anything, who would it be and what question would you ask? (18 comments)

‘Twas weeks until Christmas,

and the Viva Cheer was beginning.

But little do you know,

Soon someone will be winning.

A little blue box,

Containing two keys,

Each it’s own necklace,

Worn as one, if you please.

A Vivanista contest,

Held over twenty-five days,

The rules are quite simple,

Any member can play.

From questions and quotes,

All meant to empow(H)er,

Simply sign in to answer,

Until the final hour.

For on the twenty-fifth day,

The game will conclude.

A winner’s name at random,

From a hat we will choose.

And which Viva member,

Will win more than one key?

Play daily with a few clicks,

Maybe you’ll say with surprise, “it’s me!”

WHO: Contest open exclusively to Vivanista members only (register for free here). Sign in to your MyViva account to play!

WHAT: Starting today, we will post one new call to action over the course of the next 25 days. Simply share your expert tips and insights with Vivanista and your friends. For each number, you will be entered once into the drawing to win 2 Tiffany & Co. signature Key necklaces. The maximum number of entries per member is 25; So if you complete each day’s call to action, you increase your chance to win!*

WHERE: Simply visit this page every day to see the new Viva Cheer call to action, numbered below.

WHEN: November 16-December 10, 2009; Winner will be announced on Thursday, December 17, 2009.

*All 25 questions do not have to be completed on the day announced but all actions must be completed by 11:59PM on December 15, 2009 to be counted. Each week your total contributions will be sent to you via Vivanista internal messaging. For each action to be tracked and credit be given the following guidelines must be adhered to: 1) Vivanista site: You must be logged in, 2) Twitter: The Tweet must include @vivanista or #vivanista, #vivacheer, 3) Facebook: The name Vivanista must be included. Members must be signed in to play.

PLAY HERE:

Day One - Answer this question on Post St.: Who is the most inspirational philanthropic person you know and why? Click here to answer >>

Day Two – Name the baby kangaroo at the San Francisco Zoo! Submit your name here >>

Day Three - We HEART Tiffany & Co. and you should, too! Become a fan of Tiffany & Co. on Facebook >>

Day Four - What is a valuable lesson learned from volunteering? Share your experience here >>

Day Five - It’s #FollowFriday on Twitter, share three charities or nonprofits on twitter that you think we should follow. (Rules: Tweet must include #vivanista to be entered to win). #FollowFriday Tweet >>

#FollowFriday is a growing trend on twitter. Every Friday suggest some people for others to follow. The idea is to think of interesting people you already follow and recommend them to others. If you don’t have a Twitter account, sign up here.

Day Six - Join the ’25 Days of Cheer’ event on Facebook and invite your friends to join too! Join the event >>

Day Seven - We love funny videos on YouTube , what is your favorite video? Post a link here >>

Day Eight – Using your Twitter account, Tweet the following: “Win two Tiffany & Co. necklaces by participating in #vivanista’s 25 Days of Cheer http://vivanista.com/25-days-of-cheer” (Rules: Tweet must include #vivanista to be entered to win)

Day Nine – Answer this question on Post St.: What is the best original and unique charity event theme? Share a theme>>

Day Ten – We have a dream! That today, you’ll share your favorite inspirational quote on Vivanista‘s Facebook fan page! Post the quote>>

Day Eleven – Happy Thanksgiving! We thought it would be nice to share what your thanks in a few short words. What are you Thankful for?

Day Twelve – We’ve seen everything from cases of wine to gold karat Jimmyjane vibrators in silent auction packages. What was one item you saw or heard about that was one of the best ever? Tell us!

Day Thirteen – If you haven’t already, upload a photo to your MyViva profile. If you already have, send a friend request to another member. Post photo/friend request>>

Day Fourteen – If you could ask a political leader anything, who would it be and what one question would you ask? Share your question>>

Day Fifteen – What is an online website you use to research and learn about philanthropy and fundraising? Share a website >>

Day Sixteen – Be a team player, create or join a club and help build the Vivanista community Go to the clubs page >> >>

Day Seventeen – Puppies, trips to Paris, or internships at facebook for your child, these are just a few great live auction items we have heard about. Please share the creative and unique live auction items that you have seen or heard of in the past.  Share live auction item >>

Day Eighteen – Tweet-Share the VivaScoop newsletter via Twitter >>

(If you do not recieve the VivaScoop newsletter and would like to, subscribe here)

Day Nineteen – Which charitable organizations should people know more about? Share here >>

Day Twenty – Does your family have a fabulous recipe for something they make every year at the holidays? Pass the tradition down to us>>

Day Twenty-One – From Tokyo to Tasmania, we know you’ve all been on some pretty terrific trips. What was the best vacation you ever took? Tell us what made it special>>

Day Twenty-Two – We love a great party. But we know a great party is only as good as the guests. Join us for our Viva Holiday Shopping Soiree in San Francisco this Thursday from 5-8pm and bring your friends! RSVP here>>

Day Twenty-Three – Maybe you’ve been naughty, maybe you’ve been nice. We’ll let Santa be the judge of that. But in the meantime, we want to know what you’re asking Santa for. Post it as a comment on our Viva Holiday Gift Guide page>>

Day Twenty-Four – We think we’ve got the write stuff. On our Facebook page, tell us what your favorite Vivanista article is and post the link to it.
Post your favorite link >>

Day Twenty-Five – What is the Most Memorable Holiday Gift You Ever Gave or Received?
Share your gift >> >>