Welcome to the 4th Annual Run the Verde Raffle! This exciting online raffle will run from August 1, 2024 to September 30, 2024, with all proceeds directed towards supporting a healthy and flowing Verde River ecosystem.

A Grand Prize that Make Waves!

Participate in the Run the Verde Raffle for a chance to win fabulous prizes generously donated by sponsors who share our vision for a sustainable river system. You could be the lucky winner of this complete kayaking package!

One lucky winner will get:

Tomcat Solo Inflatable Kayak, Blue – $919 value
Bodyglove Method Unisex USCGA Type III Nylon PFD, Large/XL – Yellow – $45 value
Pelican – Poseidon Paddle – Aluminum Shaft with Reinforced Fiberglass Blades, 90.5 inch – $62 value
Alpacka Raft gift card – $250 value
MARCHWAY Floating Waterproof Dry Bag Backpack – $15 value
Propel Paddle Gear Waterproof Phone Pouch – $7 value
Intex Mini USB Powered Air Pump with 3 Nozzles for Inflatables – $20 value
ORION Kayak and Paddleboard Safety Kit – $13 value
Purdy Verde Kayak Seat
Friends of the Verde River Tote Bag

Together, the retail value of the raffle items is over $1,300!

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Making a Difference for the Verde River

By participating in the raffle, you actively contribute to our critical mission of habitat restoration, river flow sustainability, and fostering supportive communities. As one of the last free-flowing rivers in Arizona, the Verde River holds immense ecological significance and is vital for the entire region and the state. Your support will help keep the river clean and flowing, enhance habitat for wildlife, and strengthen connections between communities and the precious Verde River.

Make a Splash for Conservation

Support a thriving Verde River system by participating in the Run the Verde Raffle! Your involvement makes a significant impact on preserving this precious natural resource and ensures a sustainable future for the region.

Ready to Enter?

You can purchase a single raffle ticket or multiple tickets at a discounted rate. Ticket costs are

1-3 tickets for $25/each
4 or more tickets for $20/each

Don’t miss this opportunity to win amazing prizes and contribute to a flourishing Verde River system! Thank you for your support!

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Thank You to Our Sponsors

Alpacka Raft donated the $250 gift card. Verde Adventures donated the kayak. Walmart donated the cell phone dry bag, safety kit and USB air pump. Thank you all for your generosity and support!

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 Thursday, August 1, 2024, and will be sold through September 30, 2024. Tickets will be sold at two price points: 1-3 tickets for $25.00 each and 4 or more tickets for $20 each.

#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 September 30, 2024, at 11:59pm. The winners of all packages will be announced on October 7, 2024.

#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 December 7, 2024, 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.

Tomcat inflatable solo kayak, donated by Verde Adventures
Tomcat inflatable solo kayak, donated by Verde Adventures
Thank you for donating the Tomcat solo kayak!
Pelican paddle, 90.5 inch
Pelican paddle, 90.5 inch
MARCHWAY Floating Waterproof Dry Bag Backpack
Intex Mini USB Powered Air Pump, donated by Walmart
Propel Paddle Gear Waterproof Phone Pouch, donated by Walmart
ORION Kayak and Paddleboard Safety Kit, donated by Walmart
Thank you for donating the USB mini air pump, the cell phone dry bag and the kayaking safety kit!
Bodyglove Method Unisex Type III PFD, Large/XL
Thank you for donating the $250 gift card!