The conversion rate on Eventbrite was 20% better than other ticketing platforms...plus the automated emails generate a lot of new sales each time we post a new event.Seed Talks
How to Organize & Sell Tickets for a Raffle Event
How to host a raffle event for your fundraiser
Organizing a successful raffle event is a fantastic way to raise money for your school or community group. With a solid plan and the right tools, you can maximize participation and hit your fundraising targets.
Key Steps for Your Raffle
Define Your Goal: Clearly state what you're raising funds for. Whether it's for new playground equipment or a school trip, a compelling cause encourages more people to participate.
Source Great Prizes: Reach out to local businesses and community members for prize donations. A mix of prize values attracts a wider range of participants.
Set Up Your Event Page: Use a dedicated raffle event platform to create a central hub. Detail the prizes, explain the cause, and clearly outline the ticket pricing.
Promote Your Raffle: Share the link to your event page in school newsletters, on social media, and through community forums. Make it easy for people to buy tickets online.
Manage the Draw: On the day of the event, use your sales reports to manage entries. Announce the winners live or online to celebrate your success.
Your all-in-one raffle event platform
From initial setup to the final prize draw, Eventbrite provides the tools you need to run a smooth and successful raffle.
Effortless Event Setup
Flexible Ticketing Options
Simple Sales Tracking
Why use Eventbrite for your raffle event?
Across a global community of more than 89M monthly average users, people are discovering events just like yours.
Reach Your Community & Beyond
Tap into our powerful marketing tools to spread the word. Send professional email invitations and leverage our integration with Facebook and Instagram to notify parents, alumni, and local supporters about your raffle.
Streamline Raffle Registration
Make buying tickets a breeze for your supporters. Our simple and secure checkout process works on any device, and buyers instantly receive a digital ticket and confirmation, creating a complete record of every entry.
Sell Tickets Anywhere, Anytime
Sell tickets online 24/7 through your event page. You can also sell tickets in person at school events or meetings using the Eventbrite Organizer app with Tap to Pay on your mobile device.
Tools to power your fundraising raffle
Eventbrite gives you everything you need to promote your event, manage ticket sales, and track your progress toward your fundraising goal.
Custom Ticket Tiers
Create unlimited ticket types to match your raffle strategy. Sell single tickets or offer bundles like '5 for $20' to encourage more sales and raise more money.
Email & Social Promotion
Use our marketing tools to send email campaigns to your contact lists and easily share your raffle across social media to maximize visibility in your community.
On-Site Sales
Use the Eventbrite Organizer app to sell raffle tickets at the door of your event or at a school fair. Accept cash or card payments with Tap to Pay.
Real-Time Analytics
Track your raffle's performance with easy-to-read reports. See your total funds raised, ticket sales by type, and attendee information all in one place.
We rely on Eventbrite for its discoverability and we're gaining followers. I can't think of an event where it wouldn't make sense to be using Eventbrite's marketing tools.Something Dope for the People
Eventbrite’s powerful reporting and promotional tools have been essential to track sales trends and engage our audience on their preferred channels. The platform makes it easier to reach the communities we serve.Elsewhere, Brooklyn, NY
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