Survivor-style reverse raffle returns to support local youth

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Plains is holding its fifth annual "Sip Support Survive" reverse raffle to fund youth mentoring, with live eliminations Feb. 23–March 6 and registration closing Feb. 22 at 4:00 p.m.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Plains is holding its fifth annual "Sip Support Survive" fundraiser to raise money for youth mentoring in the Central Plains. The event uses a Survivor-style reverse raffle in which participant names are removed one by one during live draws. The fundraiser began as a creative response during the COVID-19 pandemic and has become a regular part of the agency's fundraising. Dawn Froese, the agency's executive director, said participants hope to be among the last names remaining. Key details: - Teams: Groups of four register for $100 ($25 per person). - Eliminations: Daily live draws at noon on Facebook run from Feb. 23 through March 6. - Deadline and age: Registration closes Feb. 22 at 4:00 p.m., and participants must be at least 18 years old due to lottery rules. - Prizes: The grand prize receives 25% of registration fees in cash; other prizes include a meat-and-drink package from Portage Abattoir and a cider "happy hour" package from Dead Horse Cider Company. - Registration locations: Sign-up is available through the BBBS website news feed or in person at the office at 15 Tupper Street South. Summary: Proceeds from the event are directed to mentoring opportunities for youth in the community, and the structure of the reverse raffle creates daily live engagement during the elimination period. Live eliminations begin Feb. 23 and registration closes Feb. 22 at 4:00 p.m.