Lotteries generate significant revenue worldwide, but their contributions to public goods often lack transparency or are limited to government-selected causes. At the same time, charities—especially smaller or local ones—struggle with inconsistent funding. One way to address this gap could be a monthly lottery event designed exclusively for charities, creating a high-impact fundraising mechanism while engaging the public through indirect participation.
An existing national or state lottery could host a monthly special draw where only registered nonprofits participate. Here’s how it might function:
This model could create a win-win situation for multiple parties:
To test the idea, a pilot could be launched with a single state lottery and a small group of local charities. A simple webpage could track entries via hashtags (e.g., #SupportCharityX). Scaling up might involve integrating with lottery apps or retail systems to automate tracking. Regulatory compliance would be key—structuring the system so that donations go to charities (not personal gain) could help avoid gambling classification. Potential challenges like fraud could be mitigated through verified charity registrations and transparent entry tracking.
This approach blends the scalability of lotteries with the accountability of charity fundraising, creating a unique way to drive public engagement and social impact.
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