About Elite Raffles

We're revolutionizing fundraising through state-of-the-art technology, operational excellence, and a commitment to community impact. Built by operators who've been in the trenches, Elite Raffles makes fundraising simple, powerful, and transparent.

Our Story

Elite Raffles was born from real operational experience. After managing thousands of raffles for professional sports teams across North America, we saw the same challenges everywhere: outdated technology, compliance headaches, and missed opportunities to maximize fundraising.

We knew there had to be a better way. So we built it — a modern, mobile-first platform designed by operators, for operators. Every feature solves a real problem we faced in the field.

Today, Elite Raffles powers fundraising for sports teams, nonprofits, and live events nationwide, helping organizations raise millions for their causes with ease and confidence.

$50M+

Processed in Raffles

Our Core Values

These principles guide everything we do, from product development to customer support.

Innovation

We constantly push the boundaries of what's possible, leveraging cutting-edge technology to deliver superior fundraising experiences.

Integrity

We operate with complete transparency and honesty. Your trust is our most valuable asset, and we earn it every day.

Transparency

Every transaction is tracked and verified. Full visibility into where funds go and how raffles perform — no hidden fees or surprises.

Operational Excellence

Built by operators who understand the real-world challenges. We deliver solutions that work in the field, not just on paper.

Community Impact

We measure success by the positive change we help create. Every raffle should strengthen communities and support meaningful causes.

Continuous Improvement

We never settle for good enough. Through constant learning and adaptation, we refine our platform and processes to deliver exceptional results.

Meet the Team

Our leadership team brings decades of combined experience in sports operations, technology, and nonprofit fundraising.

Tony Penna

CEO and Co-Founder

Tony has spent the last 15+ years operating and managing 50/50 raffles for various NFL and MLB teams with the Ted Williams Foundation. His deep understanding of stadium operations and fundraising drives Elite Raffles' product vision and ensures we solve real problems for real operators.

Garrett French

COO and Co-Founder

Garrett brings 10+ years of nonprofit fundraising experience in all big 4 professional sports as well as collegiate athletics to Elite Raffles. He ensures our platform meets the unique needs of charitable organizations and helps our customers maximize their fundraising impact.

Shawn Roller

CTO

Shawn has spent the last 15+ years in the technology industry, working with both large enterprises and small and scrappy startups. He ensures our platform runs efficiently and keeps up with the rapid pace of growth to meet our charitable partners' goals.

Interested in Partnering with Us?

Whether you're ready to launch your first raffle or want to learn more about how Elite Raffles can transform your fundraising, we're here to help.

Questions? Email us at gfrench@elite-raffles.com