Drawdown Software: Electronic Drawdown Board

What Is a Drawdown?

A drawdown is a fundraising event where numbered tickets are sold, and numbers are eliminated one at a time until a single winner remains. The last number standing takes the grand prize.

If that sounds familiar, it should. A drawdown is the exact same format as a reverse raffle. The only difference is the name. In Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, and parts of the Gulf South, people call it a "drawdown." In Ohio, Pennsylvania, and much of the rest of the country, the same event is called a "reverse raffle."

Regardless of what you call it, the format is wildly effective for fundraising. Organizations typically sell 200 to 500 tickets at $50 to $150 each, raising $10,000 to $75,000 in a single evening. The drawdown format keeps every attendee engaged until the very last number is drawn, creating an exciting atmosphere that traditional raffles simply cannot match.

Drawdown vs Reverse Raffle

They are the same event. The only difference is regional terminology.

Called "Drawdown" in:

Mississippi
Louisiana
Texas
Parts of Alabama and Arkansas
Gulf South Catholic school corridor

Called "Reverse Raffle" in:

Ohio, Pennsylvania, Michigan
New York, New Jersey
Most of the Midwest and Northeast
Broader national usage
Also known as "last man standing raffle"

For a detailed comparison, read our guide on drawdown vs reverse raffle.

Why Organizations Choose Electronic Drawdown Boards

Upgrade from ping-pong balls and physical boards to a professional digital experience.

Instant Setup

No more writing numbers on a board or loading ping-pong balls. Enter your ticket count and your drawdown board is ready in 60 seconds flat.

Completely Fair

True random number generation eliminates any accusations of bias. No one can claim the ping-pong balls were loaded or the draw was rigged.

Professional Display

Use the full-screen presenter on a large TV or 1080p projector for the clearest room-wide board. The current draw and remaining field stay easy to follow throughout the event.

Works on Any Device

Mac, PC, tablet, or phone. Web-based so there is nothing to download or install. Bring a laptop and you are ready to go.

Auto-Pull Mode

Set a timer and let the software draw numbers automatically. Your emcee can focus on entertaining the crowd instead of clicking buttons.

Sponsor Branding

Display sponsor logos on the presenter screen during your drawdown. A powerful way to attract and retain local business sponsors.

Built for Drawdown Events

Every feature designed for real drawdown fundraisers. Here is what drawdown organizers tell us matters most:

60-second setup — Enter your ticket count and go. No accounts for attendees, no apps to download, no training needed.
Up to 1,000 tickets — Many competitors cap at 500. rafflr supports drawdowns from 2 to 1,000 tickets.
Buy-back feature — Let eliminated ticket holders buy back into the drawdown for a second chance, adding an extra revenue stream.
Full-screen presenter view — Connect to any projector or TV for a beautiful display everyone in the room can follow.
Auto-pull mode — Automated number drawing at your chosen speed so the emcee can work the crowd.
Sponsor overlays — Display local business sponsors on the big screen during the event.

rafflr electronic drawdown board software presenter view

Drawdown Software Comparison

See how rafflr stacks up against other drawdown and reverse raffle platforms.

Feature	rafflr	The Drawdown Co.	Prominent Technologies	Yundle
Max Tickets	1,000	500	Not listed	Not listed
Pricing	$77/event or $97/yr	Hidden (must contact)	Hidden (must contact)	Varies
Platform	Web-based (any device)	Web-based	Software download	Windows only
Mac + PC
Setup Time	60 seconds	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified
Auto-Pull Mode
Buy-Back Support
Sponsor Branding
Money-Back Guarantee	30 days	Not listed	Not listed	Not listed

How to Run a Drawdown with rafflr

Three steps. That is it.

1

Enter Your Ticket Count

Type the number of tickets you sold (up to 1,000) and your drawdown board is instantly ready.

2

Connect to a Screen

Plug your laptop into a projector or TV. Hit full-screen and your audience sees the entire drawdown board.

3

Start Drawing

Click to draw numbers manually, or turn on auto-pull and let the software run the drawdown while your emcee entertains.

For a detailed walkthrough, read our complete guide to running a reverse raffle (drawdown).

See the Electronic Drawdown Board in Action

Watch a 2-minute demo of how rafflr works as your drawdown board. See the full-screen presenter view, auto-pull mode, and buy-back feature.

Who Runs Drawdown Fundraisers?

Churches & Parishes

Catholic school and parish drawdowns are a Gulf South tradition. Learn more about church drawdown fundraisers.

Schools & PTAs

Schools across Mississippi and Louisiana use drawdowns as their primary fundraiser, often raising $20,000 to $50,000 per event.

American Legion & VFW

American Legion posts, VFW halls, and fraternal organizations run drawdowns as popular community fundraising events.

Nonprofits

Any nonprofit that runs a gala dinner, auction night, or community fundraiser can add a drawdown for significant additional revenue.

See our dedicated page for church raffle software or learn about raffle laws by state.

Simple, Transparent Pricing

30-day money-back guarantee on every plan. No hidden fees.

Pay-As-You-Go

$ 77 / drawdown

Great for one annual drawdown

Single drawdown event
Full-screen presenter view
Sponsor overlays
Buy-back support
Auto-pull mode
Priority support

Run One Raffle

Annual

$ 97 / year

Unlimited drawdowns all year

Unlimited drawdowns
Full-screen presenter view
Sponsor overlays
Buy-back support
Auto-pull mode
Priority support

Choose Annual

Lifetime

$ 497 / one-time

Unlimited drawdowns forever

Lifetime access
Unlimited drawdowns
All features included
Sponsor overlays
Buy-back support
Priority support

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Drawdown FAQs

A drawdown is a reverse raffle where ticket numbers are eliminated one by one until only the winner remains. The term "drawdown" is primarily used in Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas, while the same event is called a "reverse raffle" in most other states. Organizations sell a limited number of tickets at premium prices, and the last number standing wins the grand prize.

Yes, a drawdown and a reverse raffle are exactly the same event format. The only difference is regional terminology. "Drawdown" is the preferred term in Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, and parts of the Gulf South, while "reverse raffle" is used throughout the rest of the United States. The rules, format, and experience are identical.

Most drawdowns sell between 200 and 500 tickets, and rafflr supports up to 1,000. The ideal number depends on your venue capacity and fundraising goal. A common formula: if you want to raise $25,000 with a $5,000 grand prize, sell 300 tickets at $100 each for $30,000 in revenue minus the $5,000 prize.

An electronic drawdown board is software that replaces the traditional physical board and ping-pong balls used in drawdown events. It displays all ticket numbers on a screen (via projector or TV), randomly draws numbers, and visually eliminates them in real time. Electronic drawdown boards like rafflr are faster to set up, eliminate human error, and create a more professional experience.

rafflr offers three pricing options for drawdown software: Pay-As-You-Go at $77 per event (ideal for a single annual drawdown), an Annual Plan at $97/year for unlimited drawdowns (perfect for organizations running multiple events), and a Lifetime Plan at $497 for unlimited drawdowns forever. All plans include a 30-day money-back guarantee.

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