Assign members of your organization and committee to sell tickets. Encourage them to reach sales goals each week and have weekly meetings to collect ticket stubs.

Consider asking local businesses to donate raffle prizes. Prizes like ski lessons, backcountry trips and restaurant gift cards are all popular.

Make sure each selling station has a secure cash box, plenty of small bills for change and receptacles to hold the ticket stubs. Make a note of the date by which all stubs and donations are to be turned in.

Printing

Once you have chosen a design and completed the ticket information, it’s time to have them printed. There are a number of options for this, from using printable templates to ordering professional printing services that specialize in producing raffle tickets. It’s recommended that you compare manufacturing prices before choosing a provider.

The tickets should be numbered and have perforation. This will make it easier for you to separate the ticket stub from the body of the ticket, so it is easy for the winner to claim their prize. Some states require this as part of their rules.

It is also a good idea to include your organization’s name, address and phone number on the ticket stub for verification purposes in case any questions arise. Some organizations also include a disclaimer or terms and conditions on the stub, which may be required by law.

Design

You can either design your raffle tickets from scratch or use one of the many templates available online. Choose a template that appeals to your audience and fits the theme of your fundraiser. Then customize it with your organization’s branding and a QR code that will take people to a website with more information about the fundraiser.

Clearly state the prize or prizes that will be awarded and how winners will be selected. Include the date and time of the drawing and whether or not participants will have to be present to claim their prizes. If you choose to allow winners to claim their prizes later, include a deadline by which they must do so or another winner will be drawn.

Consider enlisting Board members, committees and volunteers to help sell tickets. The more involved your supporters feel, the more likely they are to support your fundraising event. Also, consider offering incentives to encourage ticket sales.

Soliciting Prizes

To maximize the impact of your raffle, secure prizes that are desirable to your target audience. Look at your average gift size, donor list sizes and current giving trends when deciding on the prize items to include in your raffle.

Consider securing high-value items such as vacation packages or electronics to drive ticket sales. Gift cards to popular retailers or restaurants are also a great option. You could even offer a tour of a local brewery, winery or sporting center as a prize!

To encourage participation, announce the winner on your website and social media. You can use our certified random generator to select the winning entries or export their entry information to conduct your own draw using a candid method. Regardless of how you determine the winners, be sure to thank all participants for their contribution. This will make them feel valued and engaged in your nonprofit. This can lead to a long-term relationship that goes beyond your current fundraising campaign.

Selling Tickets

Sell tickets online or in person to raise funds and awareness for your cause. Use social media and email to promote the raffle to a wide audience, including your supporters’ friends and family members. Make sure to include key information like the prize list, ticket price, and drawing date.

Create ticket bundles that offer additional perks to attract higher-dollar donors and help you reach your fundraising goal faster. You can also offer discounts to those who purchase within a certain timeframe or through a specific channel, like social media or email.

Incorporate any event-related expenses into your overall budget and then divide that amount by the expected revenue per ticket to determine your ticket pricing. Make sure the price you set is in line with your target audience’s financial means and doesn’t deter attendees. Also consider offering different ticket options, such as VIP or early bird tickets, to cater to a wider range of supporters.