Community Fall Festival
Saturday, September 12th, 2026
Adams County Fairgrounds, Mendon, IL
2026 Raffle
Friends of Unit 4 is excited to introduce a new raffle opportunity this year to help support students and classrooms across our district.
We are selling the chance to win firearms (or their cash value) and gift cards for 25 weeks! With only 500 tickets available, this raffle offers multiple chances to win throughout the fall and winter while supporting a great cause.
Ticket Details
- $100 per ticket
- Only 500 tickets will be sold
- 25 total drawings
- Gun, cash, or gift card prizes available
Each firearm prize will also have a cash value option, allowing winners to choose the prize that works best for them.
Even better, winning tickets go back into the drawing, giving every participant multiple chances to win throughout the raffle.
Tickets can be purchased directly through this website or by contacting any Friends of Unit 4 Board Member.
Drawing Schedule
Early Bird Drawing will be at Meet the Mustangs in August. First Drawing will be at the CommUNITY Fall Festival on September 12. Weekly Drawings Begin on September 21. Drawings will continue weekly for 23 weeks.
Many drawings will take place on Fridays during deer season, making it even more exciting for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts. Each drawing will be recorded and shared so our community can follow along and celebrate the winners.
Winners will have the choice to receive:
- The featured firearm prize or a cash payout
- Gift cards, if that is what is delegated to be won that week
A full list of available firearms and gift cards can be viewed below.All proceeds from this raffle go directly toward supporting teachers, students, and educational opportunities within Unit 4.Your participation helps provide resources, classroom support, and programs that benefit students across the district.
Thank you for helping make a difference.
Friends Of Unit Four — 26-Week Gun Raffle
Tickets: $100 • Only 500 Sold
| Draw Date | Prize / Manufacturer & Model | Retail Value | Cash Option |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Bird Drawing Meet The Mustangs |
Springfield Hellcat Pro OSP Gear Pack / 9mm | $679.99 | $625 |
| September 12th Fall Festival |
Benelli SBE 3 / 12GA / Marsh | $2,199.99 | $1,900 |
| September 21st | Franchi Momentum / 350 Legend / FDE | $799.99 | $600 |
| September 28th | Farm & Home Gift Card | $500 | $500 |
| October 5th | S&W M&P Bodyguard 2.0 / 380ACP | $399.99 | $350 |
| October 12th | Taurus TX22 / 22LR | $319.99 | $300 |
| October 19th | Game Masters Gift Card | $500 | $500 |
| October 19th | Colt Python 3” / 357 MAG | $1,499.99 | $1,375 |
| October 26th | Ruger American Gen II / 350 Legend | $619.99 | $575 |
| November 2nd | Winchester XPR Sporter / 400 Legend | $679.99 | $600 |
| November 9th | HyVee Gift Card | $500 | $500 |
| November 16th | Stevens 334 Walnut / 308 WIN | $489.99 | $425 |
| November 23rd | Marlin 1894 Guide Gun / 357 MAG | $1,049.99 | $900 |
| November 30th | Pietta King Trio / 38 Super / 9mm / 38 Special | $689.99 | $600 |
| December 7th | Target Gift Card | $500 | $500 |
| December 14th | Benelli Ethos Sport / 12GA | $2,199.99 | $2,000 |
| December 21st | Mossberg SA-410 Turkey / 410GA | $759.99 | $700 |
| December 28th | Henry Golden Boy / 22LR | $539.99 | $475 |
| January 4th | Beretta A400 Xtreme Plus KO / 12GA / Marsh | $2,149.99 | $1,750 |
| January 11th | Amazon Gift Card | $500 | $500 |
| January 18th | Browning BT-99 Micro / 12GA | $1,519.99 | $1,350 |
| January 25th | CVA Cascade / 300 Blackout | $719.99 | $650 |
| February 1st | Springfield M1A 250th Anniversary / 308 WIN | $2,299.99 | $2,100 |
| February 8th | Ruger Mark IV 22/45 / 22LR | $489.99 | $450 |
| February 15th | Browning A5 Ultimate Sweet Sixteen / 16GA | $2,299.99 | $2,100 |
| February 22nd | R&R Golf Gift Card | $500 | $500 |
| March 1st | Ruger RXM / 9mm / OD Green | $439.99 | $400 |