How it Works

Welcome to 605 Raffles! We are South Dakota’s premier platform for 50/50 and progressive raffles, designed to make fundraising fun, engaging, and impactful for local communities. Whether you’re a player looking for an exciting chance to win big or a nonprofit seeking innovative fundraising opportunities, this page will guide you through everything you need to know about how 605 Raffles works.

For Players: How to Join the Fun

At 605 Raffles, we offer two main types of raffles: 50/50 Raffles and Progressive Raffles like Chase the Ace. Participating is simple, transparent, and rewarding. Here’s how it works:

Step 1: Choose Your Raffle

50/50 Raffles: In a 50/50 raffle, 50% of the pot goes to the winner, and the other 50% supports a charitable cause. These raffles are quick, exciting, and happen weekly, giving you frequent chances to win.
Progressive Raffles: These raffles, such as Chase the Ace, offer larger jackpots as the game progresses. A portion of each ticket sale rolls over, creating the potential for huge payouts while continuously supporting nonprofit organizations.

Step 2: Buy Tickets

Online: Visit our website to select your preferred raffle and purchase tickets securely using credit, debit, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Venmo payment processing. Buying online means you never miss an opportunity to play!
In-Person: For a more traditional experience, purchase tickets at one of our partner venues like local bars and restaurants. These venues often host weekly drawings, turning your participation into a social event.

Step 3: Watch the Drawings

The venues hold count down drawings, typically every 15 to 20 minutes for a couple hours leading up the the jackpot, where you must be present to win and allocate between 10 and 15% of the weekly pot:

50/50 Raffles: Weekly winners are selected randomly, and results are announced online and in participating venues.
Chase the Ace: Drawings occur weekly until the Ace of Spades (or another designated card) is pulled. If you win the weekly drawing but don’t pull the Ace, you still win a smaller prize and remain eligible for future draws.

Step 4: Claim Your Prize

If you’re a lucky winner, congratulations! Claiming your prize is easy:

Winners are notified via the contact information provided at the time of ticket purchase.
For online purchases, funds are transferred directly to your account via secure payment methods. (Prizes over $5,000 paid by check)
In-person winners can collect prizes up to $1,000 at designated venues.

For Nonprofits Outside of Connection Hub: Raising Funds Made Easy

At 605 Raffles, we believe in empowering nonprofits to maximize their fundraising potential through transparent and efficient raffles. Our platform makes it easy to run your own raffles or partner with us for shared events. Here’s how it works:

Step 1: Choose Your Raffle Type

Nonprofits can select from a range of raffle options to suit their goals and audience:

Weekly 50/50 Raffles: Perfect for quick fundraising with immediate results.
Chase the Ace: A progressive raffle that builds excitement and larger jackpots over time.

Step 2: Register with the State

South Dakota law requires nonprofits to file a Raffle Request Form with local authorities, and the Sec of State, 30 days before selling any raffle tickets. We provide guidance to ensure compliance, helping you navigate the process quickly and easily.

Step 3: Set Up Your Raffle

Using our platform, nonprofits can:

Create customized raffles with clear rules and prize structures.
Promote raffles online and at local venues.
Utilize our proprietary winner-selection technology for a transparent and fair drawing process.

Step 4: Manage Ticket Sales

Our platform integrates seamlessly with Stripe merchant services, enabling you to:

Sell tickets securely online and in person.
Track sales in real-time.
Access detailed reports to simplify bookkeeping and compliance.

Step 5: Host Drawings

The venues host countdown drawings, typically held every 15 to 20 minutes for a couple of hours leading up to the jackpot. To win these drawings, participants must be present. These drawings allocate between 10% and 15% of the weekly pot. The venue’s ability to accommodate a crowd is a key factor in determining the format and schedule of these events, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience for attendees.

For Venue Partners: Hosting Raffles

Local businesses like bars, restaurants, and community centers play a vital role in the success of South Dakota nonprofits and 605 Raffles. Hosting raffles at your venue offers multiple benefits:

Increased Foot Traffic: Weekly drawings bring players to your location, boosting sales and customer engagement.
Community Involvement: Supporting local nonprofits positions your venue as a community leader.
Local Prize Pools: We can allocate 10 - 15% local promotions, boosting engagement and raffle participation.

Becoming a venue partner is easy:

Sign up with 605 Raffles to become an official host.
Promote raffles through in-store signage and social media.
Host live drawings to turn raffle nights into memorable community events.

Our Unique Features - Why Choose 605 Raffles?

At 605 Raffles, we’ve developed a proprietary system to ensure that every raffle is fair, transparent, and engaging for every stakeholder. Here are some features that set us apart:

Transparency & Fairness

Gaming Labs International has reviewed our "Electronic Raffle Platform" and awarded us their GLI-31 certification.
Our Base 10 System uses a special scoreboard and magnetic numbers and a dice-based number selection process to ensure every drawing is completely random and verifiable.
Winners are selected with full transparency, and results are streamed live and made available for public review.
Nonprofit organizations can track their fundraising in real time.

Player Interaction

Our platform is designed to make raffles fun and interactive:

Weekly drawings create anticipation and community engagement.
Progressive jackpots build excitement, encouraging repeat participation.

Secure Payment Processing

Our integration with PayPal and Venmo ensures that all online transactions are safe, secure, and compliant with industry standards.

Community Focus

Every raffle supports South Dakota nonprofits, helping to strengthen our local communities. From veterans' organizations and animal rescue groups to fire departments and youth programs, your participation makes a difference.

Getting Started

Ready to join the excitement of 605 Raffles? Here’s how to get started:

For Players:

Visit our website to explore current raffles.
Choose a raffle and buy your tickets.
Sit back, enjoy the anticipation, and attend the weekly events.

For Nonprofits:

Contact us to discuss your goals and how 605 Raffles can help.
Choose your raffle type and complete the necessary state and local filings.
Launch your raffle and watch your fundraising soar.

For Venues:

Sign up as a partner on our website.
Start hosting raffles and enjoy the benefits of increased foot traffic and community engagement.

Join Us Today

605 Raffles is more than just a platform—it’s a community-driven initiative to bring excitement and opportunity to South Dakota. Whether you’re a player dreaming of the next big win, a nonprofit seeking innovative fundraising solutions, or a venue looking to boost engagement, 605 Raffles is here to make it happen.

Let’s make a difference together—one raffle at a time.