Annual Raffle - American Legion Post 86

The 2025 raffle has ended. The next raffle begins January 1st, 2026

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The American Legion Post 86 Annual Gun Raffle is a vital component of our fundraising efforts. For years, the proceeds from this drawing have gone entirely to support our two core missions:

The Post 86 Scholarship Program
Local Veteran Assistance Programs

Your purchase continues this long-standing tradition of community support and fiscal commitment to East Texas veterans and their families.

2026 Raffle

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2025 Raffle

Please read the following rules carefully before purchasing your tickets. By proceeding, you agree to all terms and conditions of the 2025 Gun Raffle:

Eligibility & Requirements

Drawing Date: The drawing will be held on December 7th (attendance at the Post is not required to win).
Winner Requirements: The winner must be at least 18 years of age and must be legally eligible to possess the prize firearm under all applicable federal, state, and local laws in the jurisdiction where they reside, as verified by the transferring FFL dealer.
Legal Compliance: All federal, state, and local laws, including those governing the transfer of firearms, must be strictly followed.
Multiple Prizes: There is no limit to the number of tickets a person may purchase, and each ticket represents an independent chance to win. A single individual is eligible to win multiple prizes.

Winner Notification & Compliance

The following strict deadlines and procedures apply to the winner:

Contact Deadline (7 Days): The winner will be contacted immediately following the drawing and must respond within 7 calendar days to confirm acceptance of the prize.
Compliance Deadline (30 Days): The winner must successfully complete the Federal Firearms License (FFL) background check and all necessary legal transfer processes within 30 days of the drawing date.
Consequence: Failure to meet either the 7-day response deadline or the 30-day compliance deadline will result in the original prize being voided.
Redraw: If the prize is voided, a new winner will be drawn from the remaining eligible ticket pool.
Privacy: For privacy reasons, the winner will be contacted directly and their identity will not be publicly posted.

Transfer, Shipping, and Fees

Fees: The winner is responsible for all associated fees, including FFL transfer fees, taxes, and all shipping and receiving FFL transfer fees for out-of-area prizes.
Designated FFL: All prize transfers will be facilitated by our designated FFL dealer, Meadow Ridge Outfitters in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Local Winners: Local winners must pick up the firearm at Meadow Ridge Outfitters.
Out-of-Area Winners: For winners residing outside the immediate area, the prize will be shipped from Meadow Ridge Outfitters to a licensed FFL dealer in the winner’s area.

Due to current policies of our payment processor, Square, your purchase will be processed using a generic description that complies with their terms.

Please be assured that by proceeding with the transaction:

You ARE purchasing tickets for the American Legion Post 86 Gun Raffle for the current year, as detailed above.
On the Square Checkout Screen, the item name will appear as “Annual Fundraiser Drawing Tickets.”
The transaction on your bank or credit card statement will appear as a generic business charge from American Legion Post 86 or a name associated with our organization.

Your purchase directly supports the Post 86 Scholarship and Veteran Assistance Programs. Please proceed with confidence.

Who is eligible to purchase a ticket?

Anyone who is 18 years of age or older and who is legally eligible to purchase and possess a firearm is welcome to buy a ticket. You do not need to be an American Legion member to participate.

Do I have to be present to win?

No. You do not need to be present at the Post during the drawing on December 7th to win. The winner will be contacted directly.

How will I be notified if I win?

You must be physically located in the East Texas area at the time of purchase. The online ticket system is provided for the convenience of our local community. By proceeding to payment, you must affirm that you are physically present in East Texas. Once purchased, winners residing outside of East Texas can arrange for shipment to their local FFL dealer.

Can I choose cash instead of the firearm prize?

The winner will be notified exclusively via phone call to the phone number provided during the Square checkout process. (Please ensure your contact number is correct, and review the Contact Deadline (7 Days) rule in the “Raffle Rules & Conditions” tab.)

If I win, can I take cash instead of the firearm?

No. The prize is awarded as the specific firearm (rifle/shotgun) listed on the raffle flyer. The prize is non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash.

What costs am I responsible for if I win?

The winner is responsible for all associated fees to legally take possession of the firearm, including:

All costs related to shipping and insurance if the firearm is shipped out of the Nacogdoches area.
FFL transfer fees charged by the receiving dealer.
Any applicable sales or use taxes.