The Prospect Fire Department is proud to announce our 2026 Truck Raffle Fundraiser, giving you the chance to win a brand-new 2026 Chevrolet Colorado Trail Boss while helping us continue to protect and serve the Prospect community.

For just $25 per ticket, you'll have the opportunity to win one of three great prizes:

🥇 1st Prize: 2026 Chevrolet Colorado Trail Boss (Approximate Value: $42,500)
🥈 2nd Prize: $1,500 Cash
🥉 3rd Prize: $500 Cash

Only 7,500 tickets will be sold, giving you excellent odds while supporting an organization that responds to emergencies 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Why We're Raising Funds

The Prospect Fire Department is a volunteer, nonprofit organization made up of dedicated men and women who freely give their time to protect our community. Every alarm, emergency medical call, motor vehicle accident, fire, rescue, and public service call is answered by volunteers who are committed to serving our neighbors.

While our department receives funding to help cover operational expenses, many of the specialized tools, equipment, training opportunities, and capital improvements that keep our firefighters safe and prepared are made possible through fundraising efforts and the generous support of our community.

Every ticket purchased helps us continue investing in the equipment and resources needed to provide the highest level of emergency service to the residents of Prospect.

See the Truck in Person

The grand prize truck will be proudly displayed outside the Prospect Fire Department throughout the raffle. Stop by to check it out, snap a photo, and imagine driving it home after the drawing!

Thank You for Your Support

Whether you're purchasing one ticket or several, you're making an investment in the safety of our community. Every ticket sold helps ensure the Prospect Fire Department remains ready to answer the next call for help.

From all of our members, thank you for your continued support, and good luck!

Official Rules

1. Eligibility

The raffle is open to legal residents of the United States who are eighteen (18) years of age or older at the time of ticket purchase. Void where prohibited by law.

2. Ticket Purchase

Raffle tickets are $25.00 each. A maximum of 7,500 tickets will be sold.

Tickets may be purchased through authorized Volunteer Fire Department of Prospect members or through the department's official online ticketing platform. All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges will be issued.

3. Odds of Winning

The odds of winning depend on the total number of tickets sold, not to exceed 7,500 tickets. If fewer than 7,500 tickets are sold, the odds of winning increase.

4. Raffle Period

Ticket sales begin on the official raffle launch date and end at the time designated by the Volunteer Fire Department of Prospect prior to the drawing. No tickets will be sold after ticket sales officially close.

5. Prizes

First Prize

One (1) 2026 Chevrolet Colorado Trail Boss
Approximate Retail Value: $42,500

Second Prize

$1,500 Cash

Third Prize

$500 Cash

Prizes are non-transferable. No substitutions or cash equivalent will be provided for the Grand Prize except that the Volunteer Fire Department of Prospect reserves the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater value if circumstances beyond its control make the advertised prize unavailable.

6. Drawing

The drawing will be held on:

Saturday, December 5, 2026
10:00 AM (Eastern Time)

Volunteer Fire Department of Prospect
26 New Haven Road
Prospect, CT 06712

The drawing will be livestreamed on the Volunteer Fire Department of Prospect's official Facebook page.

Winners do not need to be present to win.

7. Winner Notification

Winners will be notified using the phone number and/or email address provided at the time of ticket purchase.

If a winner cannot be contacted within fifteen (15) days or fails to claim their prize within thirty (30) days of notification, the prize may be considered forfeited and the Volunteer Fire Department of Prospect reserves the right to conduct a new drawing in accordance with applicable Connecticut law.

The Grand Prize winner must take possession of the vehicle within thirty (30) days of notification unless alternative arrangements are approved by the Volunteer Fire Department of Prospect.

8. Taxes and Prize Acceptance

Winners are solely responsible for all applicable federal, state, and local income taxes, registration fees, title fees, insurance, and any other costs associated with accepting and using their prize.

The Volunteer Fire Department of Prospect will comply with all applicable federal and Connecticut tax reporting and withholding requirements. Prior to taking possession of the Grand Prize vehicle, the winner must complete IRS Form W-9 and any other documentation required by law.

If federal or Connecticut income tax withholding is required by law, the winner must pay the required withholding amount to the Volunteer Fire Department of Prospect before the vehicle will be transferred. The department will remit the required withholding to the appropriate taxing authorities and will issue the winner any required tax reporting forms, including IRS Form W-2G, when applicable.

The Volunteer Fire Department of Prospect does not provide tax, financial, or legal advice. Winners are encouraged to consult their own professional advisors regarding the tax consequences of accepting a prize.

9. Vehicle Condition

The 2026 Chevrolet Colorado Trail Boss is awarded as-is in its condition at the time of delivery. The vehicle may have limited mileage resulting from transportation, maintenance, promotional appearances, community events, or other department-related use prior to the drawing.

Any manufacturer's warranties that are transferable shall transfer to the winner in accordance with the manufacturer's warranty terms.

10. Raffle Administration

The raffle will be conducted regardless of the number of tickets sold, provided it is not canceled due to circumstances beyond the reasonable control of the Volunteer Fire Department of Prospect or as otherwise required by law.

By purchasing a raffle ticket, participants acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Official Rules.

The Volunteer Fire Department of Prospect reserves the right to interpret these rules and make all decisions regarding the administration of the raffle. All decisions of the department are final.

11. Publicity

By accepting a prize, winners grant the Volunteer Fire Department of Prospect permission to use their name, hometown, photograph, video, and likeness for promotional and publicity purposes related to the raffle without additional compensation, except where prohibited by law.

12. Use of Proceeds

Net proceeds from this raffle will benefit the Volunteer Fire Department of Prospect and will be used to support the department's mission, including the purchase of emergency equipment, firefighter training, apparatus and facility maintenance, and other operational expenses necessary to provide emergency services to the community.

13. Compliance with Law

This raffle is conducted pursuant to the Volunteer Fire Department of Prospect's approved Connecticut Class 5 Raffle Permit and in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing charitable gaming and fundraising activities.

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