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A family is raffling their four-bedroom home to raise the funds to hopefully upsize with their seven children after being refused a new mortgage.

From BBC • Oct. 20, 2022

The Mexican government is raffling off the site of Guzmán’s dramatic escape, along with seven other houses, seven apartments, five lots, a ranch, and a 20-seat viewing box at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 10, 2021

He is raffling off a trip and tickets to the taping of a Showtime comedy special.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 7, 2015

Pope Francis’ four-wheel-drive Panda Fiat is just one of a collection of items the Vatican is raffling off to raise money for charity.

From Time • Nov. 19, 2014

"It appears that she has just embarked in a novel and very interesting financial enterprise," remarked the Countess with a smile, "she is raffling a sofa cushion."

From 'Gloria Victis!' A Romance by Schubin, Ossip