The Interlakes Area United Way has kicked off ticket sales for its 2026 WIN BIG Raffle, offering nine chances to win while raising funds to support nonprofit programs across Lake, Miner and Moody counties.
This year’s raffle features more than $30,000 in prizes, including a Cub Cadet 60-inch commercial zero-turn mower, valued at $10,766, a Cub Cadet 42-inch residential zero-turn mower, valued at $3,199, a three-night cabin retreat near Sturgeon Lake, Minnesota, and six locally sourced half-beef bundles with a combined value of approximately $14,450.
Tickets are $50 each and are available online through Sept. 11. They can also be purchased in person at Lake County International, East River Federal Credit Union, One Stop, First Bank & Trust and FirstLine Funding Group in Madison, as well as during each DownTown in MadTown event throughout July and August.
United Way Director Karen Giles says there will be another chance to win other prizes at Downtown in MadTown as well.
The raffle drawing will be held during halftime of the Dakota State University Ag Bowl on Saturday, Sept. 12. Winners do not need to be present to win and will select prizes in the order they are drawn. Each participant may purchase multiple tickets, but can only win one prize.
The annual fundraiser is a key source of support for the Interlakes Area United Way’s general fund, which provides grants and assistance to local nonprofit organizations serving residents throughout the three-county region. The organization recently announced more than $169,000 in grant funding for 29 community partners in 2026.
Those interested in purchasing tickets or learning more about the fundraiser can visit Interlakes Area United Way’s WIN BIG Raffle page
