How to Run a Queen of Hearts Raffle Online: Complete Guide for Nonprofits

Introduction The Queen of Hearts raffle is one of the most exciting and profitable fundraising formats for nonprofits. It features a progressive jackpot where each ticket purchase increases the prize, creating tension, engagement, and repeat participation. This guide walks nonprofits through running a Queen of Hearts raffle online, including hybrid event integration, legal considerations, marketing, … Read more

How to Run a Basket Raffle: The Complete Guide for Nonprofits

Basket raffles are one of the most consistently effective fundraising formats for schools, PTAs, fire departments, churches, and community organizations. They are engaging, versatile, and genuinely fun for donors, which is why they have been a staple of nonprofit fundraising events for decades. Done right, a basket raffle can raise thousands of dollars in a … Read more

Free Raffle Software: What It Really Costs Nonprofits

“Free raffle software” is one of the most searched phrases in nonprofit fundraising. At first glance, the offer is compelling: no monthly fee, no setup cost, no contract. For a budget-conscious organization, that sounds like the safe choice. But experienced fundraising leaders know the real cost of raffle software isn’t measured in platform fees alone. … Read more

Common Mistakes Nonprofits Make When Running Online Raffles

Introduction Online raffles are one of the most effective fundraising tools available to nonprofits. Done well, they generate high engagement, repeat participation, and solid revenue without a lot of overhead. But a lot of organizations unknowingly make mistakes that reduce sales, create compliance risk, or hurt donor trust. The raffle model itself isn’t the problem. … Read more

50+ Raffle Fundraiser Ideas That Raise the Most Money

Raffles are one of the most accessible fundraising tools a nonprofit has. They’re easy for supporters to understand, they give donors a tangible reason to give, and they can be structured to fit almost any audience size or event type. Chance2Win has been building raffle software since 2005, with 20 years of experience helping nonprofits … Read more

Creating a Raffle: The Complete Guide to Running a Professional, Scalable Online Raffle Fundraiser

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Creating a Raffle: The Complete Guide to Running a Professional, Scalable Online Raffle Fundraiser By The Chance2Win Team Start Your Raffle Creating a raffle has long been one of the most effective and accessible ways for organizations to raise money. From school PTOs and booster clubs to nonprofits, fire departments, and community foundations, raffles combine … Read more

Why Chance2Win Exists: The Story Behind Modern Online Raffles

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Why Modern Online Raffles Are Essential for Nonprofits Modern online raffles are transforming nonprofit fundraising by replacing outdated paper systems with scalable, compliant digital platforms. Chance2Win was created to solve a problem nonprofits have been struggling with for decades: how to run efficient, scalable, and compliant raffles that actually raise significant funds without overburdening staff … Read more