Use case
School Fundraiser Raffles, Made Digital
PTAs, booster clubs, and school nonprofits raise more — and stress less — when raffles move off paper and into a single shared dashboard. Rafflr is a digital raffle and engagement platform that handles entries, draws, and winner notifications so volunteers can focus on the cause, not the spreadsheet.
Why digital fundraiser raffles outperform paper
Paper raffles look simple but quietly leak revenue: ticket buyers walk away without a stub, volunteers lose track of who paid, and the night-of draw turns into a chaotic hunt through a shoebox. Digital raffles give every parent a clear receipt, give the board a real-time view of who has entered, and produce a clean audit trail when it's time to declare a winner.
A workflow built for volunteers
One parent volunteer can run an entire raffle in Rafflr. Create the event, set the prize structure, share the join code or a QR code on the school newsletter, and let parents enter from their phone. When the deadline hits, draw winners with a single click and email them automatically.
Prize ideas that drive participation
- Reserved parking spot at school for the year (huge demand, zero cost)
- Front-row seats at the school play, concert, or graduation
- "Principal for the day" or "lunch with a favorite teacher" experiences
- Local restaurant gift cards bundled into themed baskets
- Family experience packs (movie night, mini golf, ice cream shop)
- Spirit gear bundles for booster clubs
Fair, transparent drawing
Rafflr uses a weighted random draw and logs every selection. PTA and booster club boards get the transparency they need to satisfy parents, treasurers, and any reporting requirements. Winners are notified by email and announced through your normal channels.
Tie raffles into bigger fundraising campaigns
Pair the raffle with an attendance or participation challenge — every event a family attends, every spirit week dress-up day, every volunteer hour, can earn entries. That layered approach turns a one-night raffle into a season-long engagement campaign that builds community while raising funds.
Frequently asked questions
Is Rafflr suitable for school fundraiser raffles?
Yes. Rafflr is used by PTAs, booster clubs, and school groups to run digital fundraiser raffles without paper tickets or cash handling at the door.
Can parents join without creating an account?
Parents can join via a code or QR scan. They only need to register if they want to claim entries earned in their name.
How are winners drawn fairly?
Rafflr uses a weighted random draw based on entries. Every draw is logged so PTA boards have a clean audit trail.
Do you handle payments for school raffles?
Rafflr manages entries and the draw. Schools typically collect funds through their existing channels (PayPal, Venmo for Business, school store) and award entries based on contribution.