Dakota Jackpots

Community Fundraising Powered by 605 Raffles

Dakota Jackpots is a fundraising platform operated by the Dakota Nonprofit Alliance and powered by the GLI-31 certified technology developed by 605 Raffles.

The platform was created to help South Dakota nonprofits raise money through Weekly 50/50 raffles, Chase the Ace raffles, live community events, and innovative fundraising programs that bring together nonprofits, local businesses, and supporters.

Whether supporters participate online or attend a live drawing, every ticket purchased helps participating organizations build sustainable funding while creating exciting community events.

Weekly 50/50 Raffles

Dakota Jackpots launched with a Weekly 50/50 raffle that supports participating nonprofit organizations across South Dakota.

Players purchase raffle entries online and are entered into weekly drawings for cash prizes while helping local nonprofits earn funding through the platform.

The current live drawings are held every Thursday evening at Billy Frogs Bar & Grill in Sioux Falls, with additional locations being added throughout the region.

As the platform grows, Dakota Jackpots plans to host drawings at multiple venues across South Dakota, creating a statewide network of fundraising events and community gatherings.

Live Drawings and Certified Electronic Drawings

Dakota Jackpots combines modern certified raffle technology with the excitement of live public drawings.

The platform utilizes GLI-31 certified raffle software that can conduct secure electronic drawings while maintaining complete transparency and auditability.

In addition, many Dakota Jackpots events feature live drawings conducted in front of supporters and community members, providing a fun and engaging fundraising experience.

This combination allows participating nonprofits to benefit from both certified technology and the energy of live community events.

Building Community Through Live Events

Dakota Jackpots is designed to create more than just raffle drawings.

Many events include:

• Early Bird prize drawings

• Gift card giveaways

• Cash bonus opportunities

• Weekly 50/50 drawings

• Chase the Ace drawings

• Community networking opportunities

• Nonprofit awareness and outreach

A typical event may last approximately two hours and provide multiple opportunities for supporters to win prizes before the main drawing takes place.

The goal is simple: create fun events that benefit local nonprofits, participating venues, and the communities they serve.

Chase the Ace Expansion

Dakota Jackpots is preparing to launch a Chase the Ace progressive raffle with the Black Hills Home Builders Association Community Foundation.

Additional Chase the Ace opportunities are being explored with nonprofits, venues, and community partners throughout South Dakota.

The long-term vision is to create a network of local fundraising events that combine Weekly 50/50 raffles, Early Bird prize drawings, and Chase the Ace jackpots into a single community fundraising ecosystem.

Supporting South Dakota Nonprofits

Every organization participating in Dakota Jackpots receives access to tools designed to help grow participation and track results, including:

• Online ticket sales

• Nonprofit tracking links

• QR code campaigns

• Performance reporting

• Promotional materials

• Community fundraising support

Participating organizations can focus on engaging their supporters while Dakota Jackpots provides the technology and infrastructure behind the scenes.

Become a Charter Member

Dakota Jackpots is currently expanding its network of nonprofit partners throughout South Dakota.

Organizations that join during the launch phase may qualify for Charter Member status and receive additional long-term benefits as the platform grows.

To learn more about the benefits of becoming a Charter Member, click here.

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Join the Movement

Dakota Jackpots was built on a simple idea:

When nonprofits, local businesses, venues, and supporters work together, everyone benefits.

By combining modern fundraising technology with live community events, Dakota Jackpots is helping create new opportunities for organizations across South Dakota to raise money, engage supporters, and make a lasting impact.