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What is the Special Olympics Northern California House & Dreams Raffle?

The House & Dreams Raffle is an annual fundraiser to benefit Special Olympics Northern California. It will occur annually in the spring each year. The raffle aims to raise funds for Special Olympics Northern California in its continuing effort to provide year-round sports, schools, and health and leadership programs for people with intellectual disabilities. In addition to supporting Special Olympics Northern California, the raffle will be giving away over 1,000 prizes, of which the Grand Prize is the winner's choice of a Danville luxury home, a $1 million annuity paid over 25 years or a $700,000 one-time cash payment.*

How do I purchase raffle tickets?

What are the prizes?

The Grand Prize home is a masterpiece of modern design nestled in a quiet neighborhood, near top rated schools, right in the heart of Danville. It's a sleek and elegant 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath residence that redefines luxury living with its contemporary aesthetic, designer materials and finishes, and refined details. Bathed in natural light, the open-concept layout seamlessly merges indoor and outdoor spaces, creating an inviting ambiance. The main level features an inviting grand entry that leads you into the first living room with large windows throughout. The massive eat-in kitchen is a cook's dream with a large island and top-of-the-line appliances. The den, powder room, and first en-suite bedroom complete the main level. Upstairs, the massive loft leads you to the primary en-suite and 2 additional en-suite bedrooms, which all have access to the spacious outdoor deck overlooking the Diablo Country Club.

  • Early Bird Drawing 1: Thursday, May 9, 2024
    • Prize: Winner's choice between a 2024 Mustang Mach-E Premium or $50,000 cash
    • Entry Deadline: April 26, 2024
  • Early Bird Drawing 2: Thursday, May 30, 2024
    • Prize: $25,000 cash
    • Entry Deadline: May 17, 2024
  • Multi-Ticket Drawing:
    • Prize: Winner's choice between a 2024 BMW iX xDrive50 or $100,000 cash
    • Entry Deadline: June 10, 2024
  • Weekly Add-On Drawing:
    • Special Olympics Northern California House & Dreams Raffle participants who purchase at least one Primary raffle ticket are eligible to purchase an Add-On ticket and be entered in the Add-On Weekly Drawings.
    • Weekly Add-On Tickets are one for $25, 3-packs for $60, and 6-packs for $100
    • Week 1:
      Purchase Deadline:
      Friday, April 5, 2024
      Drawing Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2024
    • Week 2:
      Purchase Deadline:
      Friday, April 12, 2024
      Drawing Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2024
    • Week 3:
      Purchase Deadline:
      Friday, April 19, 2024
      Drawing Date: Wednesday, April 24, 2024
    • Week 4:
      Purchase Deadline:
      Friday, April 26, 2024
      Drawing Date: Wednesday, May 1, 2024
    • Week 5:
      Purchase Deadline:
      Friday, May 3, 2024
      Drawing Date: Wednesday, May 8, 2024
    • Week 6:
      Purchase Deadline:
      Friday, May 10, 2024
      Drawing Date: Wednesday, May 15, 2024
    • Week 7:
      Purchase Deadline:
      Friday, May 17, 2024
      Drawing Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2024
    • Week 8:
      Purchase Deadline:
      Friday, May 24, 2024
      Drawing Date: Wednesday, May 29, 2024
    • Week 9:
      Purchase Deadline:
      Friday, May 31, 2024
      Drawing Date: Wednesday, June 5, 2024
    • Week 10:
      Purchase Deadline:
      Monday, June 10, 2024
      Drawing Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2024
    • One $5,000 cash prize will be given away in each weekly drawing.
    • All Add-On tickets purchased prior to each of the weekly drawing Add-On Ticket Deadlines are eligible for that drawing, as well as all subsequent weekly drawings, even if the ticket is a weekly drawing winner. Orders must be received by the Friday before each drawing date. Add-On Tickets must be ordered in conjunction with a raffle ticket. Add-On orders will not be accepted after the original raffle ticket order date. Only one method of payment and only one mailing address are permitted. An individual can purchase as many Add-On tickets as he or she may wish. There is no limit on the maximum number of Add-On tickets that may be sold.

Grand Prize Drawing:

  • Drawing Date: June 21, 2024
  • Grand Prize: Danville Luxury House or $1,000,000 annuity paid over 25 years or $700,000 one-time cash option.
    (If less than 55,000 tickets are sold, the Grand Prize will become a choice between an annuity of $1 million paid over 25 years or a one-time $700,000 payment)
  • 2nd Prize: Paris, France or $10,000
    Delight in the Seine and the Shine of Paris, France for Six Days & Five Nights at the Hotel Le Littre or Hotel Saint Paul Rive Gauche with Economy Class Air for Two
  • 3rd Prize: Barcelona, Spain or $5,000
    Tapas, Tastings and Tours in Barcelona, Spain for Six Days & Five Nights at H10 Catalunya Plaza for Two, Including a Sightseeing Tour of Sagrada Familia, and Gothic Quarter Walking Tour and Food Tasting (Land Only)
  • 4th Prize: Athens, Greece or $5000
    Explore Ancient Cities and Picture-Perfect Islands in Greece (Europe) for Five Days & Four Nights at NJV Athens Plaza Hotel for Two, Including Private Transfers, a Sightseeing Tour of Athens. (Land Only)
  • 5th Prize: Celebrity Cruises Caribbean or $5000
    Find Good Vibes Aboard Celebrity Cruises to the Caribbean for Five Nights for Two Aboard a Millennium Series or Solstice Series Ship (Land Only)
  • 6th Prize: Family Vacation to Orlando, Florida or $5000
    Disney World Magic Comes to Life in Orlando, Florida at the Sheraton Vistana Resort for Seven Days & Six Nights in a Two-Bedroom Apartment for Up to Eight People, Including a $2,000 Disney Gift Card (Land Only)
  • Prizes 7-1000:
    • 20 x $1,000 gift cards
    • 40 x $500 gift cards
    • 200 x $100 gift cards
    • 734 x $50 gift cards

    Entry Deadline: June 10, 2024

Do you accept applications by email or sell tickets on the internet?

Tickets cannot be purchased online or by email.

What is the likelihood of the house being available as a choice for the Grand Prize Winner?

A threshold for minimum number of tickets sold will be set each year so that the raffle can be a sustainable fundraiser for Special Olympics Northern California. If the threshold is met, then the house remains an option for the Grand Prize Winner. There are 60,000 Primary tickets available for sale in the current raffle. A minimum of 55,000 Primary tickets must be sold in order for the house to remain a choice for the Grand Prize Winner.

Why is there a ticket threshold for the house to be an option for the Grand Prize?

All prizes for the House & Dreams Raffle are purchased by Special Olympics Northern California, including the house. In order for the raffle to continue as a viable fundraiser, a minimum number of tickets need to be sold so that Special Olympics Northern California can purchase the house if the Grand Prize Winner selects this option.

How long will it take to receive my ticket in the mail?

At least two weeks. All tickets purchased before an entry deadline are included in a drawing even if the customer's portion of the ticket arrives after the drawing date.

How long will it take to receive my receipt by email?

Receipts are delivered within 5 minutes after an order is processed to the email address provided at the time of entry. If you did not receive your email receipt, check your SPAM folder or add norcalraffle.com as a trusted name in your address book.

Is this raffle legal?

Yes it is. In the summer of 2001, the California Legislature amended the state constitution to allow eligible non-profit organizations to conduct raffles as a means of raising funds. Special Olympics Northern California is registered with the California Attorney General's Office to conduct this charitable raffle.

Will the drawings be audited?

Yes, an independent raffle auditor will audit the raffle and supervise the Grand Prize drawing.

How much does a raffle ticket cost?

Tickets are $150 each, 3-packs are $400, and 5-packs are $550.

How many raffle tickets can I buy?

You may buy as many tickets as you like.

How many raffle tickets will be sold?

Only 60,000 Primary raffle tickets will be available for sale. The chances of winning are based on that number. If fewer tickets are sold, the chances of winning the Grand prize and other prizes improve. Purchasing more than one ticket increases the chances of winning.

What are the odds of winning?

The odds of winning the Grand Prize is based on the number of tickets sold.

How many prizes are awarded?

1,000 prizes are awarded including the Grand Prize, vehicles, vacations, and cash.

What are the Early Bird Drawings?

There are two Early Bird Drawings. This is meant to encourage people to purchase tickets sooner rather than later. If you purchase a ticket before an Early Bird deadline, you are included in the Early Bird drawing, the subsequent Early Bird drawings AND you are included in the Grand Prize drawing. All tickets entered into the Early Bird drawings, as well as Early Bird drawing winners, are included in the Grand Prize drawing.

Can you tell me more about Early Bird Drawing 1?

All tickets purchased by April 26, 2024 will be entered into Early Bird Drawing 1 and all remaining drawings during the raffle. The Early Bird Drawing 1 will take place on Thursday, May 9, 2024.

Prize: Winner's choice between a 2024 Mustang Mach-E Premium or $50,000 cash.

Can you tell me more about Early Bird Drawing 2?

All tickets purchased by May 17, 2024 will be entered into Early Bird Drawing 2 and all remaining drawings during the raffle. The Early Bird Drawing 2 will take place on Thursday, May 30, 2024.

Prize: $25,000 cash

What is the Multi-Ticket Drawing?

Any individual who buys three or more Primary raffle tickets will be entered into the Multi-Ticket Drawing, subject to the following: to be eligible, entrants must purchase three or more tickets during the same purchase, using one method of payment, using the same name on each ticket, and the same mailing address for each eligible ticket. For each eligible ticket purchased, a corresponding eligible ticket will be added into the Multi-Ticket Drawing. Three tickets purchased will have three tickets entered into the Multi-Ticket Drawing; four tickets purchased will have four tickets entered into the Multi-Ticket Drawing, etc. Multiple tickets purchased at the same time are eligible for discounts. 3-packs are available for $400, and 5-packs are available for $550.

  • Prize: Winner's choice between a 2024 BMW iX xDrive50 or $100,000 cash.

What is the Weekly Add-On Drawing?

  • Special Olympics Northern California House & Dreams Raffle participants who purchase at least one Primary raffle ticket are eligible to purchase an Add-On ticket in the Add-On Weekly Drawings.
  • Weekly Add-On Tickets are one for $25, 3-packs for $60, and 6-packs for $100
  • Week 1:
    Purchase Deadline:
    Friday, April 5, 2024
    Drawing Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2024
  • Week 2:
    Purchase Deadline:
    Friday, April 12, 2024
    Drawing Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2024
  • Week 3:
    Purchase Deadline:
    Friday, April 19, 2024
    Drawing Date: Wednesday, April 24, 2024
  • Week 4:
    Purchase Deadline:
    Friday, April 26, 2024
    Drawing Date: Wednesday, May 1, 2024
  • Week 5:
    Purchase Deadline:
    Friday, May 3, 2024
    Drawing Date: Wednesday, May 8, 2024
  • Week 6:
    Purchase Deadline:
    Friday, May 10, 2024
    Drawing Date: Wednesday, May 15, 2024
  • Week 7:
    Purchase Deadline:
    Friday, May 17, 2024
    Drawing Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2024
  • Week 8:
    Purchase Deadline:
    Friday, May 24, 2024
    Drawing Date: Wednesday, May 29, 2024
  • Week 9:
    Purchase Deadline:
    Friday, May 31, 2024
    Drawing Date: Wednesday, June 5, 2024
  • Week 10:
    Purchase Deadline:
    Monday, June 10, 2024
    Drawing Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2024
  • One $5,000 cash prize will be given away in each weekly drawing.
  • All Add-On tickets purchased prior to each of the weekly drawing Add-On Ticket Deadlines are eligible for that drawing, as well as all subsequent weekly drawings, even if the ticket is a weekly drawing winner. Orders must be received by the Friday before each drawing date. Add-On Tickets must be ordered in conjunction with a raffle ticket. Add-On orders will not be accepted after the original raffle ticket order date. Only one method of payment and only one mailing address are permitted. An individual can purchase as many Add-On tickets as he or she may wish. There is no limit on the maximum number of Add-On tickets that may be sold.

Who benefits from this raffle?

The prize winners, as well as Special Olympics Northern California.

When does the raffle start and when does it end?

Raffle tickets go on sale on March 18, 2024 and the raffle ends on June 10, 2024. If all tickets are sold before the June 10 deadline, the sales will end sooner.

When will the prize drawings be held?

Do I have to be present to win?

No.

How will the winners be notified?

Winners will be notified by email or phone based on the contact information provided at the time of ticket purchase. The winning names will also be posted on this website shortly after the drawing.

Who can buy a raffle ticket?

Any person 18 years of age or older. Employees and members of the Board of Directors of Special Olympics Northern California, employees of their agents, consultants, attorney, independent accountant firm, their spouses and children living in the same household are excluded from participating and are not eligible to win a prize. All federal, state, local laws and regulations apply. The raffle is void where prohibited or restricted by law. An affidavit of eligibility, provided by Special Olympics Northern California, may be required from prize winners.

Are raffle tickets tax-deductible?

No. The IRS does not allow raffle tickets to be a tax-deductible contribution.

Are raffle prizes considered income?

Yes. In addition, Special Olympics Northern California will withhold required federal taxes for all prizes over $5,000 in accordance with federal law and the organization will remit the balance of the cash prizes to the winner. All prize winners of prizes over $5,000 will be required to submit an IRS Form 5754 and a W-2G in order to be awarded the prize. Prize winners of $1500 or more and living outside of California may be required to submit an IRS Form 5754 and a W2-G in order to be awarded the prize.

Are there legal rules and regulations?

Yes. They may be viewed under the Rules and Regulations section of this website.

How do I redeem my prize?

Prize winners will be contacted according to the contact information provided at the time of ticket purchase. In addition to a list of winners posted on the Special Olympics Northern California raffle website, a list of winners may be obtained from Special Olympics Northern California by sending a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: Special Olympics Northern California House & Dreams Raffle, 3480 Buskirk Ave. Suite 340, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, within one week of the Grand Prize Drawing date.

How do I get more information on Special Olympics Northern California?

Please visit sonc.org or call 925-944-8801.

How can I make a tax-deductible contribution to Special Olympics Northern California?

Please visit sonc.org

Still have questions about the raffle that aren't answered here?

Please visit the Rules and Regulations section of this website or contact the raffle office: office@norcalraffle.com

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