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Run the Verde Raffle 2023

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Run the Verde Raffle is an annual raffle held by Friends of the Verde River that promotes access and activity on the Verde River. Raffle tickets may be purchased starting mid-July through late August, when the drawing is held.

Ticket costs are as follows:

1 ticket for $30
2 tickets for $25 each
5 tickets or more for $20 each

Tributary Tomcat Solo Inflatable Kayak
The Aire Tributary Tomcat Solo Inflatable Kayak is perfect for paddling, especially on the rivers and creeks of the Verde River Watershed! This kayak conveniently packs down small so it can fit in any vehicle. With an adjustable, inflatable seat, and plenty of room for stowing gear, you’ll be comfortable on short paddles and longer adventures. See more of what the Verde has to offer in this inflatable kayak! This kayak was donated by our partners at Verde Adventures.

Sawyer Summit
The beautiful Sawyer Summit paddle features laminated cedar and carbon blades and a featherlight carbon shaft with infinite ferrule and length adjustment. This paddle not only looks good, it handles great in shallower rivers (like the Verde). This paddle was donated by our partners at Alpacka Raft.

Also included in this package:

Adult Size PFD
10 liter dry bag + phone bag
Friends of the Verde River Floppy Hat
Friends of the Verde River Kayak Cushion

This package is valued at over $1,350.00!

Raffle Rules, Regulations, and Eligibility

FY23 RUN THE VERDE RAFFLE RULES AND REGULATIONS

The Run the Verde River Raffle benefits programs of Friends of the Verde River.

#1. Entry purchases must be made in the state of Arizona and purchasers must be 21 years of age or older. Tickets will only be sold online via Friends. Tickets can be purchased here.

#2. Tickets will be sold beginning Monday, July 18, 2022, and will be sold through August 28, 2022. Tickets will be sold at three price points: 1 ticket for $30.00 each, 2 tickets for $50.00, and 5 tickets for $100.00. After 5 tickets are purchased, any additional tickets purchased will cost $20.00.

#3. All tickets purchased will be paired with the purchaser’s name. Once ticket sales are closed, the list of names will be exported into an excel spreadsheet which will show the purchaser’s name the amount of times equal to the number of tickets purchased. At that point, each entry will be paired with a number. Friends of the Verde River will utilize a random number generator and then pair the selected number with the name it is attached to on the spreadsheet. Ticket sales will close on August 28, 2022 at 11:59pm. The winners of all packages will be announced on August 29, 2022.

#4. The prizes cannot be exchanged or redeemed for cash. The winner will be contacted directly by Friends of the Verde River via phone and email and raffle items will be available for pickup at Friends of the Verde River at 115 S. Main St. Suite B, Cottonwood, AZ 86326, based on scheduling and availability. Delivery may be available for local winners, depending on location and must be within the Verde Valley. The winners have 60 days to claim their prize. If not claimed in 60 days, or by October 28, 2022, the prize is forfeited and will be reverted back to Friends of the Verde River.

#5. Taxes and IRS Rules. All proceeds benefit Friends of the Verde River, a non-profit organization operating under paragraph 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and the laws of the State of Arizona. Winner shall be responsible for any applicable federal, state, and local taxes. The IRS has taken the position that amounts paid for chances to participate in raffles, lotteries or similar programs are not gifts and, therefore, the price of the entry does not qualify as a deductible charitable contribution or donation for income tax purposes. This information does not constitute tax planning advice; consult your tax advisor for more information.

** This information will be included in your receipt after ticket purchases are confirmed **