ANNOUNCING OUR FIRST-EVER RAFFLE EVENT! 

We’re excited to launch our very first Raffle in support of the 6th Annual First Responders Appreciation Night, happening Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM at the Avalon Events Center, 2525 9th Avenue South, Fargo, ND 58103.


Our Grand Prize? A stunning King or Queen bed valued at $3,500.00, generously donated by Beds By Design! But that’s just one of the many amazing prizes up for grabs this year.

Tickets are only $20 each, and with just 700 tickets printed, your odds are better than ever—the fewer tickets sold, the better your chances!


You do NOT have to be present to win!


Please note: The Appreciation Dinner is reserved exclusively for First Responders, but ANYONE can purchase a raffle ticket and win a prize.

All proceeds go directly to supporting this heartfelt event honoring our community heroes.

👇 Scroll below for the full list of prizes and details. Don’t miss your chance to win big and give back! 💙


GRAND PRIZE


King or Queen Size bed 

($3,500.00 Value)


Generously Donated by 

Beds By Design.

 Click here to go to their website. 

1st Prize

Sony 55' 4K Smart TV 

($899.00 Value)


Generously Donated by Feist Electronics in Bismarck.

Click Here to go to their website.

Model KDL55X85K 

120Hz refresh rate

Motionflow XR960

4K HDR Processor

2nd Prize

Jasper Hotel Weekend Package

($850.00 Value)


Generously Donated by Jasper Hotel in Fargo, North Dakota.

Click Here to go to their website.

Included:

2 Night Stay with

1 complimentary breakfast for 2

1 complimentary lunch for 2

1 complimentary dinner for 2

at the Rosewild Restaurant

3rd Prize

(1) Large Bean Bag Chair

($699.00 Value)


Generously Donated by

Beds By Design.

Click Here to go to their website.


They are VERY Comfortable!

4th Prize

(1) Medium Bean Bag Chair 

($599.00 Value)


Generously Donated by 

Beds By Design.

 Click here to go to their website.


They are VERY Comfortable! 

5th Prize

$500 Visa Gift Card

($500.00 Value)


Generously Donated by 

True North Steel.

Click Here to go to their website.


6th Prize


Ruger 10/22 Carbine 22 LR Rifle Combo W/ Scope and Casese

($369.00 Value)


* Must be over 21 years old to win.

7th Prize


Smith and Wesson SDVE 

Compact 9mm Pistol 

($299.99 Value)


*Must be over 21 years old to win.



8th Prize

Thumper Pond Family Package

($285.00 Value)


Generously Donated by 

Thumper Pond Resort in 

Ottertail, Minnesota.

 Click here to go to their website. 

Includes:

1 Night Stay

4 Waterpark Passes

$25.00 For Food

9th Prize

Service Masters Carpet Cleaning Certificate

($250.00 Value)


Generously Donated by Service Masters by Moline.

Click Here to go to their website.


10th Prize


Ibanez Acoustic Electric Guitar

($249.99 Value)


Generously Donated by 

Guitar Center.

 Click here to go to their website. 


Ibanez PC12MHEOPN Mahogany Grand Concert Accoustic Electric Guitar


11th Prize

3X5 Heavy Duty Garage/Shop Floor Mat 

($200.00 Value)


Generously Donated by Butler Machinery of Fargo.

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12th Prize


Hair Care Gift Basket 

($150.00 Value)


Generously Donated by 

Whitney with Serene Escapes.

 Click here to go to their website. 


13th Prize


Craftsman Impact Wrench

(tool only)

 

($149.00 Value)


 

Support Our Heroes—Join the Raffle Today!

Every ticket you purchase helps light the way for our annual First Responders Appreciation Night, a heartfelt evening honoring the brave men and women who stand ready when we need them most. All proceeds from this raffle go directly to supporting this powerful event—a night dedicated entirely to celebrating our local heroes and their families.

🎟 Tickets are just $20.00 each, and you may buy as many as you wish. But don’t delay—only 700 tickets are printed, and once they’re gone, they’re gone!

You can buy your tickets from any First Responders Board Member in person, or conveniently online via PayPal using the button below.

For online orders, please note:
To help us cover mailing and processing costs, we kindly ask that you add an additional $2.00 per order. This ensures you receive your raffle ticket stubs by mail for every ticket you purchase.

📝 Please include the following with your order:

  • Your full name

  • Your complete mailing address

  • A working phone number, just in case we need to reach you for clarification

Once we receive your order, we’ll promptly fill out your raffle ticket(s) with your name, detach the stubs, and mail them to you within 24–48 hours. Please allow 5–7 business days for them to arrive, depending on mail service in your area.

This is your chance to give back and take a chance on winning some fantastic prizes—all while helping us say "thank you" to those who serve and sacrifice.

🎁 Act now before all 700 tickets are claimed—and be part of something meaningful.

Below is the winners of the Raffle

The list of the winners at for the Raffle at the First Responders Appreciation Night held at The Avalon Events Center on September 18, 2025

Grand prize winner: Welsey Kukert

1st Prize winner: Michele Gedgaud

2nd Prize winner: Rebecca Shevva

3rd Prize winner: Brittany Schultz

4th Prize winner: Larry EuHeuer

5th Prize winner: Robin Jefferies

6th Prize winner: Rose Marie

7th Prize winner: Nita Decoteau

8th Prize winner: Trever Poole

9th Prize winner: Tom Roach

10th Prize winner: Jaeger Jensen

11th Prize winner: Greg Kelang

12th Prize winner: Hattie Scheuer

13th Prize winner: Danita London