The 501(c)(3) School Administrators Charitable and Educational Foundation will hold a 50/50 raffle drawing on September 28, 2026. The winner and Foundation will split the gross receipts 50/50.

No more than 1,000 tickets will be sold for $10 each from Saturday the 26th to 1:45 PM on Monday, September 28th, at which time the prize amount will be determined from the gross receipts and announced before the break at 3 PM. Tickets will be sold in person at Madden’s on Gull Lake. All tickets are sold at the same price; no discounts or free tickets.

The drawing will be held at 3:15 PM Monday, September 28, 2026 and you do not need to be present to win. 

All sold ticket stubs will be placed in a single container, mixed, and one stub will be drawn at random to determine the winner.

The matching ticket number can be brought to the MASA registration desk to claim the prize by the end of the conference at 11 AM on Tuesday. After that time, the prize can be claimed by calling Stephanie at 651-251-0314 and verifying the ticket information.

Prizes that exceed $2,000 will be issued a Form W-2G. The winner is responsible for any taxes owed. The form will be available at the registration desk when the winner claims the prize or mailed separately upon verification of the matching ticket.

If the prize is not claimed by noon on October 29, 2026, it will be considered an unclaimed prize and the money will be retained by the Foundation for its charitable purposes.

Tickets may be purchased using cash, check or debit card. The purchase of only one ticket is required to enter the raffle and no other purchase is required.

Ticket buyers and winners must be 18 years of age or older.

The problem gambling helpline number is (1-800-333-HOPE).

About the MASA Foundation

The mission of the 501(c)(3) School Administrators Charitable and Educational Foundation is to enhance the leadership development of educational administrators, to encourage and support individuals interested in careers in teaching or educational administration, to enhance the role and image of educational administrators, and to conduct research and provide information to policymakers and the public at large.

The MASA Foundation sponsors the Equity and Excellence in Education Network, Professional Assistance Team, the Professional Dialogue Sessions, and the MASA Mentor Program.

The Equity and Excellence in Education Network
The MASA Foundation has generously provided funds to support MASA's Equity and Excellence in Education Network.

Professional Assistance Team (P.A.T.)
District administrators today often face daunting situations and tough decisions with limited resources for effective support and coaching. The Foundation believes the P.A.T. program directly supports its mission of leadership development and individual support by meeting the immediate need of MASA members to confidentially discuss issues, seek advice, and receive valuable coaching from experienced and trusted MASA colleagues.

Professional Dialogue Sessions
The Professional Dialogue Sessions are a series of annual virtual sessions hosted by Dr. Michael Thomas, Superintendent of Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools.

MASA Mentor/Mentee Program
MASA wants its members to be supported well so that they thrive and achieve success. We believe that a strong mentoring program will support administrators new to their roles in building their capacity to lead their schools in student achievement growth. MASA provides first-year mentoring to any MASA member, regardless of the component group, who is new to their role or new to their role in Minnesota. The MASA Mentor Program provides resources to address your specific development needs. We use multiple strategies, including guidance and coaching, networking, training, emotional, professional, and social support.