If you have searched for "veterans lottery" or "veterans lotto," you have probably come across several organisations with similar names. It can be confusing, so let us clear it up. Veterans Raffle, Veterans Lottery, and Veterans Lotto are all registered names belonging to one organisation: YES Society. We are the UK's only totally independent, non-profit veterans charity raffle.
Are We the Same as the Veterans' Foundation Lottery?
No. The Veterans' Foundation Lottery is a separate organisation operated by External Lottery Managers (ELMs). Veterans Raffle is completely independent, volunteer-run, and operates its own bespoke fundraising platform. We are not connected to the Veterans' Foundation in any way.
The key difference is where your money goes. At Veterans Raffle, approximately 95% of every donation is split between charity (50%) and prizes (45%). Our operational costs sit at around 5% because we have no paid staff, no third-party lottery operators, and no celebrity endorsement deals.
How Does Veterans Raffle Compare?
Here is a factual comparison of UK veterans lotteries:
| Feature | Veterans Raffle | Veterans' Foundation Lottery | Blind Veterans UK Raffle | Royal British Legion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top prize | Up to £25,000 | Up to £75,000 | £15,000 | £20,000 |
| Entry cost | £10/month | £10/month (up to 5x) | £1/ticket | Varies |
| Operating model | Independent, volunteer-run | ELM-operated | ELM-operated | ELM-operated |
| To charity & prizes | ~95% combined | Not publicly broken down | Not publicly broken down | Not publicly broken down |
| Operational costs | ~5% | Typically ~50% (industry standard for ELM lotteries) | Typically ~50% | Typically ~50% |
| Jackpot guaranteed? | Yes, every month (no rollovers) | No (rollover system) | No | No |
| Who benefits | Smaller grassroots veterans charities | Veterans' Foundation grants | Blind Veterans UK | Royal British Legion |
| Public can nominate charity | Yes | No | No | No |
| Gambling licence required? | Yes (through a charitable donation model) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Note: Competitor figures are based on publicly available information and standard ELM operating models. Veterans Raffle makes no claims about specific competitors' internal finances.
What Makes Veterans Raffle Unique?
There are several things that set Veterans Raffle apart from other veterans lotteries:
Approximately 95% goes to charity and prizes. Of every £10 donated, around £5 goes directly to grassroots veterans charities and £4.50 funds the monthly prize draw. Only about 50p covers operational costs.
A jackpot is awarded every single month. There are no rollovers, a jackpot is paid out every month. This is unusual in the charity lottery space.
You can nominate your preferred charity. Veterans Raffle is the only UK veterans lottery where supporters can choose which charity receives their share of the funding.
We support the charities that others overlook. Our beneficiaries are smaller, grassroots organisations such as local veterans hubs, peer support groups, and community projects that do not have the profile to attract large grant funding.
We are licensed and regulated but do not promote gambling. Veterans Raffle operates as a charitable donation with a prize draw element, not as a gambling product.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Veterans Raffle the same as Veterans' Lottery?
Veterans Lottery is one of our registered trading names, but we are a completely different organisation from the Veterans' Foundation Lottery. If you are looking for the Veterans' Foundation, their website is veteransfoundation.org.uk.
How much does it cost?
A single entry costs £10 per month, taken as a recurring charitable donation.
Where does my £10 go?
Approximately £5.00 to charity, £4.50 to prizes, and £0.50 to operational costs.
What are the odds of winning?
The jackpot odds are approximately 10,000 to 1, which are among the best of any UK charity lottery.
Can I cancel at any time?
Yes. You can manage your subscription through your account or contact us directly.
Join Veterans Raffle today for just £10 a month. Around 95% of your donation goes directly to charity and prizes, making it one of the most efficient ways to support UK veterans.