How do I purchase raffle tickets?
Tickets may be purchased online or by U.S. Mail. Forms may be downloaded from this website and are also available at Manatee Children's Services, 453 Cortez Road West, Bradenton, FL 34207.

We accept credit cards, personal checks, cashier’s checks and money orders.

How long will it take to receive my ticket in the mail?
As soon as your payment clears your ticket(s) request will be processed. You will receive a ticket receipt in the mail. Please allow two weeks for delivery.

How much does a raffle ticket cost?
Each ticket costs $50.00 U.S. Dollars.

How many raffle tickets can I buy?
You may purchase a maximum of ten (10) tickets.

How many raffle tickets will be sold?
4500 tickets will be sold. The chances of winning are based on that number. Purchasing more than one ticket increases the chances of winning.

When does the raffle start and when does it end?
The raffle begins June 1, 2011 and ends on June 1, 2012, or sooner if tickets are sold out.

When will the Grand Prize drawing be held? 
Early bird drawings will be the last day of July, September, November and January. The Grand Prize and all additional prizes will be drawn June 12, 2012 or 15 days after tickets have sold out.

Do I get to choose which prize I want?
Yes. You can choose either the 50K Dream Home Makeover or, cash. The choice is yours!*

Do I have to be present to win?
No.

How will the winners be notified?
The winner will be notified by telephone, email and U.S. Mail according to the contact information provided at the time of ticket purchase.

Who can buy a raffle ticket?
Any person 18 years of age or older. Employees and members of the Board of Directors of Manatee Children’s Services, employees of their agents, consultants, attorney, their spouses and children living in the same household are excluded from participating and are not eligible.

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?
Winner will be contacted according to the contact information provided at the time of ticket purchase. In addition, the winner will be listed on the Dream House Charity website.

How do I get more information about Manatee Children's Services?
Please visit www.ManateeChildrensServices.com or call 941-345-1200.

*Please visit the Rules and Regulations section of this website or click here to contact Dream House Charity.