A raffle tickets event is a simple way to sell raffle entries through an event page without requiring attendees to register for a traditional in-person event. This setup works especially well for 50/50 raffles, split-the-pot drawings, prize drawings, or community fundraising promotions.
Each raffle ticket purchase creates a registrant record in Goodworld. The registrant number can be used as the raffle ticket number, making it easy to export entries, select a winner, and contact the purchaser after the drawing.
When to Use This Setup
Use this approach when you want to:
Sell raffle tickets online
Offer individual tickets and ticket bundles
Collect purchaser details like name, email, and phone number
Assign a unique number to each raffle entry
Share a public purchase link or QR code
Track where purchasers heard about the raffle
Export all entries for the final drawing
Step 1: Create the Event
From the Events tab, create a new event for the raffle.
Because raffle ticket sales may happen over a period of time, use the drawing date and time as the event date. This helps keep the raffle tied to the final drawing while still allowing tickets to be sold in advance.
Add the basic event details, including:
Event name
Description
Drawing date and time
Location, if applicable
Time zone
Featured image or graphic
For example, a 50/50 raffle may use a description that explains the ticket pricing, how the winner will be selected, when the drawing will happen, and where proceeds will go.
Step 2: Customize the Event Page
Once the event is created, customize the public-facing page so it is clear that purchasers are buying raffle tickets, not event admission.
Recommended updates include:
Change the primary button text from Tickets to Buy Raffle Tickets
Hide unnecessary panels, such as date/time or location details, if they may confuse purchasers
Add a clear description of the raffle
Add a featured image that will display when the page is shared
Include a link to official raffle rules or disclosures
Hide unrelated calls to action, such as a general Donate button, if they distract from the raffle purchase flow
You can also add a “Learn More” link in the description if purchasers need more context about the organization, campaign, or partner hosting the raffle.
Step 3: Add Raffle Ticket Options
Create ticket types based on how you want purchasers to buy entries.
For example:
Ticket Type | Price | Entry Count |
Individual Raffle Ticket | $5 | 1 raffle entry |
5-Ticket Bundle | $20 | 5 raffle entries |
Each ticket or bundle should clearly explain how many raffle numbers the purchaser will receive.
For a bundle, Goodworld will generate a separate registrant number for each entry in the bundle. For example, if someone purchases one 5-ticket bundle, they will receive five raffle ticket numbers.
Step 4: Set Quantity Rules
If you are offering both individual tickets and bundles, consider whether you want to limit individual ticket quantities.
For example, if 1 ticket is $5 and 5 tickets are $20, you may choose to cap the individual ticket option at 3 tickets so purchasers are encouraged to use the bundle once they reach $20.
Bundles can remain unlimited if purchasers are allowed to buy multiple sets.
Step 5: Collect Purchaser Information
By default, Goodworld collects standard purchaser information like name and email.
For raffles, it is also recommended to require a phone number so the organization can contact the winner.
Useful fields may include:
First name
Last name
Email address
Phone number
“How did you hear about this?” custom field
Optional marketing opt-in checkbox for a partner organization
The “How did you hear about this?” field can help identify which partners, nonprofits, social posts, or campaigns drove the most raffle traffic.
Step 6: Add Rules and Disclosures
Raffle rules should either be included directly on the event page or linked from the event description.
Common raffle details may include:
Purchaser eligibility
Minimum age requirement
Drawing date and time
Whether the winner needs to be present
How winners will be notified
Where winners will be announced
How proceeds will be distributed
Any required raffle license or local compliance language
For a cleaner event page, you can keep the main description simple and link to a separate rules page.
Step 7: Customize the Receipt
Update the ticket receipt so purchasers understand what they bought and how to find their raffle numbers.
Recommended receipt language includes:
Subject: Your raffle ticket purchase details
Body:
Thank you for your purchase, {{first_name}}.
The drawing date and time is [date/time]. The winner does not need to be present to win. Winners will be posted on the organization’s website and/or social media pages.
Your raffle ticket numbers are listed below.
The receipt should include the purchaser’s raffle ticket numbers, which are generated from the registration numbers tied to each ticket entry.
Step 8: Test the Purchase Flow
Before sharing the raffle publicly, create a test purchase.
A good way to test is to create a temporary 100% discount promo code and apply it to the raffle ticket types.
During testing, confirm that:
The public page looks correct
The button says Buy Raffle Tickets
Ticket options and bundle quantities work as expected
Required fields appear during checkout
The receipt language is clear
Each raffle entry creates its own registrant number
Purchaser details appear correctly in the Registrants tab
After testing, remove or deactivate the test promo code if it is no longer needed.
Step 9: Review Raffle Entries in the Registrants Tab
Each raffle entry appears in the event’s Registrants tab.
From this tab, admins can view:
Purchaser name
Email address
Phone number
Ticket type purchased
Registration number / raffle ticket number
Custom field responses
Bundle vs. individual ticket entries
The registration number acts as the raffle ticket number for the drawing. Admins can also export the Registrants report to review all entries, contact purchasers, or prepare for the final drawing.
Step 10: Share the Raffle Link or QR Code
Once the page is finalized, share the raffle link wherever tickets will be promoted.
Common sharing options include:
Organization website
Partner website
Social media
Email campaigns
Printed flyers
QR codes at in-person events
Partner newsletters
If the raffle is being promoted by multiple partners, use a required “How did you hear about this?” field to help track which sources are driving purchases.
Payment Options
Raffle ticket purchases can be completed using major credit cards. ACH may also be available depending on the organization’s settings. Apple Pay is not currently available for ticket purchases.
Best Practices
Keep the page simple and focused on buying raffle tickets. Use clear button language, avoid unnecessary event details, and make sure purchasers understand they do not need to attend in person unless your rules require it.
Include the drawing date, winner notification process, and raffle rules before promoting the page widely.
Before launch, always complete a test purchase and review the resulting receipt and registrant records.
Goodworld Events can be used to run a streamlined raffle ticket experience from promotion through purchase, receipt, reporting, and winner selection. By using ticket types as raffle entries and registration numbers as raffle ticket numbers, organizations can sell tickets online while keeping entry tracking simple and organized.
If you have questions about Raffle Tickets Events, schedule a support call with our success team.