Prizes and raffle donations can help an event recognize participants, create a fundraiser activity, or support a tournament experience. Make a precise request. A business needs to know what item is useful, when it is needed, how it will be used, and what recognition it may receive.
Ask for the right item
| Purpose | Example request | Details to confirm |
|---|---|---|
| Competition award | Gift certificate, product, service, or trophy support. | Recipient, value, date, presentation, and sponsor recognition. |
| Participant drawing | Approved item or experience donation. | Eligibility, drawing process, legal or venue rules, and collection method. |
| Fundraiser | Product or service donation for an approved auction or drawing. | Organization status, rules, value, display, and donor acknowledgement. |
| Player gift | Useful tournament item such as a towel, product, or local offer. | Quantity, quality, delivery, distribution, and branding permissions. |
Check the rules before you promise a raffle
Raffles, drawings, alcohol, food, prizes, and promotions can be subject to state or local law, venue terms, event rules, and organizational policies. Confirm that the activity is permitted and obtain appropriate advice or approvals before you promote it. Do not tell a business that a donation is tax-deductible unless your organization is authorized to provide that information.
USA Pickleball’s event-operator guide includes raffle or silent-auction items among examples of sponsorship-related event support. [5]
Next step: List a prize or in-kind opportunity
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