activities · 4
what they do
direct service · 3
- Administers species-specific raffles to fund wildlife conservation Special Big Game Tag RafflesDirects 100% of ticket sale revenue from raffles for specific big game species to conservation efforts for those species, in compliance with Arizona statutes and rules, ensuring all funds go directly to conservation without administrative deductions.
- Raises and distributes funds for wildlife habitat and conservation Special Big Game Tag RafflesRaises funds through raffles, the "Big Game Hero" partnership, and other fundraising efforts, directing proceeds to wildlife habitat improvement and conservation work; has raised $12,858,345 in special tag funds since inception, including $949,460 in 2025, and supports the Habitat Partnership Committee Program.
- Secures and awards special big game tags for conservation fundraising Special Big Game Tag RafflesHas been awarded special big game tags for ten Arizona species since 2006 through the Arizona Game and Fish Commission's program, including specific tags for Elk, Mule Deer, Pronghorn, Desert Bighorn Sheep, Mountain Lion, Javelina, Coues Whitetail, and Turkey for the 2025-2026 season, which are used to generate conservation funds.
capacity building · 1
- Operates raffle program with volunteer governance and external funding for overhead Fundraising & Donation ManagementRuns the raffle program without deducting administrative costs from species-specific ticket sales by covering operational expenses through ancillary fundraising and sponsor contributions, with all board labor provided voluntarily.
strategies · 3
how they think
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- Cost-Offset Fundraising Model cost_offset_fundraising_modelThe organization utilizes ancillary fundraising and sponsor support to cover its operational costs, thereby ensuring that 100% of the revenue generated from species-specific raffles is preserved and dedicated solely to conservation purposes.
- Direct Funding for Species-Specific Wildlife Conservation species_specific_conservation_fundingThe organization channels 100% of species-specific raffle revenue directly to conservation efforts for that species, ensuring funds are legally and transparently dedicated to targeted wildlife management through the Arizona Game and Fish Department's Habitat Partnership Committee Program.
- Fundraising for Wildlife Habitat and Conservation fundraising_for_conservationThe organization raises funds through raffle entries and donations, specifically from special big game tags, to support wildlife habitat restoration, improvement, and broader conservation work in the Southwest.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Arizona Big Game Super Raffle
Raffle program offering special big game hunting tags for species including elk, mule deer, pronghorn, bighorn sheep, and turkey; supports conservation through the Arizona Game and Fish Department
Bonus and Incentive Hunts
Offers additional raffle prizes including out-of-state elk hunts, guided hunts, and hunting packages to incentivize participation
Special Big Game Tag Program
Issues Arizona Special Big Game Tags through raffle; proceeds fund species-specific conservation efforts as mandated by state statutes
relationships · 7
who they work with
- Arizona Game & Fish Department Government — Issues hunting tags to raffle winners upon completion of required paperwork and license purchase.
- Arizona Game and Fish Department Government — Receives all funds raised, which are then managed for species-specific habitat projects.
- Arizona Game and Fish Department Partner — Receives 100% of funds from Arizona Special Big Game Tag sales for distribution via its Habitat Partnership Committee Program to support wildlife conservation.
- Arizona Habitat Partnership Committee Partner — Manages funds raised for each species to support habitat conservation projects.
- Conservation First USA Network — Operates as AZ Big Game Super Raffle dba Conservation First USA.
- Conservation First USA Partner — Arizona Big Game Super Raffle is featured on Conservation First USA's "Winners Circle" page.
- Conservation First USA Partner — Arizona Big Game Super Raffle is mentioned in conjunction with Conservation First USA on a page detailing raffle rules.