Tip 18 is a unique door prize idea that doubles as publicity.
“I’ve got the golden ticket! I’ve got the golden ticket!”
Sorry – I couldn’t resist throwing a little Willy Wonka in the mix.
Seriously, though, do you need a little extra incentive to bring women to your next event?
I’ve got an idea for you!
Let them know you’ll be giving away a free ticket (or gift certificate toward) for your next big event!
Why?
- That big door prize may be just enough to get someone over the fence and into the fellowship hall for your next event.
- Giving away a ticket provides the opportunity to share about the event with those in attendance.
- Chances are they won’t want to attend alone and will find a friend to attend with them!
Even if your budget is tiny, it can be worth the investment to give away a free or deeply discounted seat.
Several times over the years our team has given away a ticket or certificate for our next big event.
One year we gave a $50 off gift certificate to our Fall Retreat (the total cost was over $200).
At one fellowship we gave away a free ticket to our Table Event.
May I strongly recommend that your team agree not to enter their names in the drawing? Give it to one of the women you are serving instead.
We made it a policy not to enter our team member names in any of our door prize drawings.
Your turn to share: Would your women be interested in winning a ticket to your next big event?
You may also want to read:
The Door Prize Basket
Door Prize Idea
Double-Duty Door Prize Slips
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Just finished our in-house retreat (gather at church Friday evening, go home to sleep, return for breakfast through afternoon Saturday. Works great for our congregation made up of all senior citizens.) We had about 45 door prizes that we gave away in 3 sessions. Each woman received 2 tickets per session. Gifts were things I had around the house, some donated items, mostly Goodwill treasures. Ladies loved it. I’ve used this activity several times. Prizes revolved around our theme. One year it was Clay in the Potter’s Hand so all gifts were ceramic or clay. This year was Bloom Where You’re Planted so everything was floral related — few live plants in pretty pots, stationary, drawer liners, jar candles with gardening toppers, floral candy dishes with candy, re-usable shopping bags, coffee mugs with “Dirt Cake” packages from the Dollar Store, vintage framed pictures, and more. You need variety because everyone doesn’t want the same thing.
Sandy, thanks so much for sharing! I love variety too, especially items that point women to Christ and encourage them in their spiritual journey! You may want to try my Door Prize Basket idea here – https://womensministrytoolbox.com/door-prize-basket/.
One year our ladies ministry approached local businesses to donate door prices, we had a gift certificate for a bouquet from the local florist, a certificate for a half hour massage and a local lady donated essential oil, it went over well.
Anna, that’s a great idea! Thanks so much for sharing!