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3 ways to ‘Rafflebox’

Jan 1, 2023

Online fundraising through 50/50s, Prize raffles and Sweepstakes

As a fundraising expert, you know digital fundraising can pack a serious punch! But it can be overwhelming, complicated, and expensive.

With no upfront fees, Rafflebox makes online fundraising fast and easy by offering three secure and accessible ways to move your fundraiser online. Connect your charity or non-profit to a broader audience and create new revenue streams by running a:

  1. 50/50 cash raffle
  2. Prize raffle, or
  3. nationwide Sweepstakes!

Who do we work with?

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Everyone! We’ve empowered thousands of charities, big and small, to manage their fundraisers through our easy-to-use online platform. Rafflebox partners with non-profits like fire stations, sports teams, radio stations, hospital foundations, animal rescues and schools, just to name a few!

 

Rafflebox is committed to eliminating the barrier-to-entry for your team, so you can raise funds without the risk. No matter which type of fundraiser you choose, fees are just a small percentage of the total funds raised and are only collected once the raffle ends. Our fundraising experts will walk you through the process step-by-step and provide marketing support along the way.

Check out how each type of fundraiser works and choose the option that best suits your organization — or give them all a try!

50/50 cash raffles

  • Winning ticket holder takes home half of total funds raised.
  • Your organization keeps the other half, less fees.

A 50/50 cash raffle is a fundraiser where the total jackpot is raised through ticket purchases. Half of the final pot is awarded to the winning ticket holder, whose ticket is drawn at random. Your organization keeps the other half, less fees. The beauty of the 50/50 is that the pot is the prize, so your organization doesn’t need to secure a prize to run the raffle. It’s exciting to watch your fundraiser pick-up steam as the pot grows over time — the larger the pot, the bigger the prize!

Jordair Breathing Air Compressor purchased with the funds raised from the Nova Scotia firefighters weekly 50/50 raffle

We love sharing success stories, like the Nova Scotia Firefighter’s weekly 50/50 raffle. This fundraiser continues to support more than 225 fire stations in and around Nova Scotia, raising as much as $200,0000 weekly! By sharing their custom raffle webpage through social media, the firefighters keep their supporters updated and connected to their cause. This raffle has enabled various fire stations to acquire expensive equipment, like the Jaws of Life and other lifesaving firefighting gear. Residents love giving back to their communities and the stakes are big every week.

Prize raffles

  • Ticket buyers purchase entries into a draw to win a grand prize.
  • Your organization takes home the total funds raised, less fees.

Prize raffles are ideal for organizations that can offer a grand prize that appeals to a wide range of people. Prizes can be fixed cash amounts, physical prizes, like jewelry or a motorcycle, or experiences, like dinner with a celebrity or a vacation getaway. Prizes can be purchased ahead of time by your organization, acquired through partnerships, or donated by local businesses. Prize raffles are a great way to make your fundraiser stand out from other campaigns.

The interior of the LakeCity Works Tiny Home

LakeCity Works recently partnered with Rafflebox to raffle off a tiny home, valued at $80,000! The Halifax-based organization will use the proceeds raised to help low-income individuals attain affordable housing and provide support for those living with mental health issues.

Sweepstakes

  • Promotional campaign or contest run by an organization to raise funds and promote a brand.
  • Participants enter to win a grand prize; entries can be purchased or earned through a “no purchase necessary” option, like an essay or skill-testing question.
  • Your organization takes home the total funds raised, fewer fees.
  • Sweepstakes can be run regionally or nationwide in any province except Quebec.
Example of Sweepstakes ad from Ride for Dad

Similar to prize raffles, Sweepstakes are a type of contest where a prize is awarded to the winning ticket holder and the hosting organization takes home the proceeds from ticket sales.

Sweepstakes are unique because they are not governed by provincial gaming bodies, so they can be run across a region or the country. By extending the boundaries of your fundraiser, your organization can reach more people and increase its brand recognition. Sweepstakes are ideal for non-profit organizations with multiple locations across Canada. Non-profits can also partner with corporations, if funds are directed to the non-profit cause. Don’t forget the “no purchase necessary” option for participants to enter! Request an essay or skill-testing question as a way to gain valuable insight into your target audience.

An Ottawa-based organization, Ride for Dad, recently completed a nation-wide Sweepstakes with Rafflebox. This organization raised over $40,000 in the name of prostate cancer prevention, and their grand prize was $10,000 with an early bird prize of a flight voucher for two! Instead of buying an entry, participants had the option to enter a short essay by answering the question: “How would you encourage men in your community to get checked for prostate cancer?” Alongside raising money for their fundraising campaign, Ride for Dad gained valuable input on how to raise awareness for their cause!

Start fundraising now

No matter which fundraising option you choose, Rafflebox is there to support your team every step of the way. Have questions? Be sure to connect with our local customer success team and start raising funds today!