The Kentucky State Police Trooper Island Camp raffle offers a chance to win a 2024 Ford Mustang GT or $50,000 in cash.
Trooper Island is a free summer camp for children ages 10 to 12 from families facing financial challenges. Every year, approximately 700 campers participate in a wide range of activities, including athletics, kayaking, archery, fishing, swimming, and many other camping experiences.
The camp, established in 1965, aims to instill leadership, teamwork, and valuable life skills while creating lasting memories for the children.
Tickets for the raffle cost only $10 and are available on the Trooper Island website or any KSP Post throughout the state. A maximum of 50,000 tickets will be sold, with the raffle drawing tentatively scheduled for August 25, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. EST during the Kentucky State Fair.
Ticket holders do not have to be present to win. The raffle winner is responsible for all tax and license fees (charitable gaming license #0000633).
“Trooper Island Camp’s annual vehicle raffle is its largest fundraiser of the year,” state police said. “Last year’s raffle sold a record number of tickets at 37,519.”
Trooper Island Camp Commander Trooper Jonathan Biven says he hopes to surpass that number in 2024, as he hopes to make an even greater impact in the lives of children who attend the camp.
“When you purchase a $10 raffle ticket, you’re not just entering a drawing; you’re investing in children whose families are financially challenged by providing means for these kids to experience a week-long summer camp free of charge,” Biven said.
The 2024 Ford Mustang GT Premium Convertible is equipped with a 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 engine with Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+. There is connected built-in navigation, a blind spot information system, and an active anti-theft system. The vehicle’s market value is $58,467.
A complete list of features and equipment can be found on the Trooper Island website.
By Ken Howlett, News Director
Contact Ken at ken@k105.com
