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Raffle-Based Community Fundraising

By hosting raffle-based fundraising events with restricted participation, organizations increase local donor engagement and regulatory compliance, because limiting entries to in-state, age-qualified participants fosters community ownership and aligns with state-specific gambling laws. This strategy leverages low-barrier, high-participation raffles as a core fundraising mechanism, using suggested donations to maximize accessibility while maintaining compliance. Unlike open or national raffles, this approach emphasizes local inclusion—specifically targeting Arizona residents aged 21+—to strengthen regional ties and ensure adherence to state regulations, distinguishing it from broader or less regulated event-based fundraising models.

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what it looks like in practice

activities of orgs running this strategy

A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above. These are what the strategy looks like on the ground.

  • Conduct fundraising raffles with cash and vehicle prizes Tucson Conquistadores Foundation
    direct service
    Operates raffle events offering a grand prize of a 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV or $10,000 cash alternative, along with multiple $500 cash prize drawings, as part of fundraising efforts.
  • Distribute financial support to youth athletic programs and organizations Tucson Conquistadores Foundation
    direct service
    Has contributed over $37.8 million to local and national charities and provided financial assistance to hundreds of youth teams, organizations, and individuals since 1962 through funds raised from golf tournaments and other events.
  • Organize and host professional golf tournaments to raise funds for youth programs Tucson Conquistadores Foundation
    direct service
    Hosts and manages professional golf tournaments, including the Tucson Open (1966–2006), World Golf Championships-Accenture Match Play Championship (2007–2014), and the Tucson Conquistador Classic (2015–2023), to generate millions of dollars in support of local youth athletic initiatives. The organization will host the 2026 Cologuard Classic at La Paloma Country Club.