FAQs

How old must I be to enter?

You must be at least 18 years old to participate in the NRAS Raffle.

How much of each £1 played goes towards supporting people with RA and JIA?

In our 2021 raffle, a minimum of 25% of each £1 ticket was spent on supporting our beneficiaries, 35% on prizes and 40% on administration costs.

Raffle proceeds help fund vital information and support for those newly diagnosed and living with these conditions.

What are the odds of winning a prize?

Based on our 2021 raffle, each £1 ticket had a 1 in 321 chance of winning one of the prizes offered.

Can I support NRAS in other ways?

Yes, as well as playing the weekly NRAS Lottery there are lots of ways that you can get involved with NRAS including:

Sharing your story
Volunteer to support others living with RA and JIA
Take on a challenge and raise vital funds
Become a Member of NRAS (and receive regular updates)

You can visit our website here to find out more information on how to get involved.

Or you can call the NRAS fundraising team on 01628 823 524 (option 2) or email us on fundraising@nras.org.uk.

What payment methods can you accept?

Players can sign up and play the raffle online by Debit Card.

We cannot accept Credit Card payments.

How will I know if I'm in the draw?

Within 21 days of signing up you will receive a letter of confirmation which includes your unique lottery number(s). You will also be given the date you will first be included in the draw.

How will I know if I've won?

Winners will be notified shortly after the draw has taken place on 12 December 2022. The winning ticket numbers will also be published on our results page.

How can I get support and information about RA and JIA?

We are here to support you whenever you need us. Our website has a wealth of information, see www.nras.org.uk.

Our helpline is available every weekday (except bank holidays) between 9.30 am – 4.30 pm, please call 0800 298 7650.

We can also connect you with someone else living with RA through our Here For You service, find more information here.

Our online community offers another great way to get support – visit https://healthunlocked.com/nras

I think I have a problem with gambling – how can I get help?

If you are concerned about your gambling, we recommend contacting the BeGambleAware helpline on 0808 8020 133 or visiting their website at: www.begambleaware.org.