The Basket Raffle is one of STC’s premier events held each spring. The success of the event relies on the generosity of our families.
•Single largest one day fundraising event of the education center. •Celebrating 15 years •Historic event was 1 evening in the APR with 400+ people, 300 baskets and (2)50-50 raffles •Pivot for the Pandemic into a hybrid event •Online Store Front Opportunity purchase tickets at the basket level •In-Person Event for purchasing tickets and viewing baskets •Online Zoom event to show the drawing of winning tickets •Return to the "Legacy" Event we hope someday to incorporate the online and in-person into a large event
What is supported by this event?
Funds raised from prior events have supported enhancements to the Education Center. This includes the following: •Resources needs during virtual and return to in-person learning •STEM supplies •Replacement of the APR Mechanical Room Divider •Infrastructure/Technology Enhancements •Additions to the Reading Program
The Hybrid Basket Raffle Event has several activities.
1. Purchase Chances Online You will be able to buy tickets for a chance to win baskets and participate in a 50-50 drawing. This year's baskets will be available for viewing on Monday May 2, 2022 at noon. Tickets available to purchase until Tuesday May 17, 2022 at 11:59 pm. 2. Preview Baskets in Person You will have the opportunity to purchase chances online and preview the baskets (sign up link coming soon) on Saturday May 21, 2022 from 1-3. Chances will also available for purchase at in person viewing. 3. Winners Announced Announcing the basket winners during an streamed event on Saturday May 21, 2022 in the evening at time to be announced. 4. Basket Pickup Basket can be picked up on Sunday to be announced.
Volunteers Needed How to I sign up or get more information?
Learn more about volunteering and ways to help make the event at success. We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers that want to be part of this amazing experience.
Volunteer Opportunities Event Planning (Committee meets over zoom) Basket Making (Dates, Times and Locations TBA) Soliciting Donors (Community Businesses, Corporate Sponsors, Friends and Family) In Person Event Activities (selling chances, assisting guests) Event Set Up Friday May 20th 6pm Winning Basket Pick up (Post event and Sunday May 22) High School Student Needing Service Hours Event Break Down Saturday immediately following event
The STC Basket Raffle is one of the largest fundraisers held at Saint Teresa of Calcutta Education Center. To make a donation using PayPal use the QR Code or link above.