Norton Children's Hospital Launches Annual Raffle
The 16th annual raffle offers participants a chance to win a $1 million home in Norton Commons.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Philanthropy
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The Norton Children's Hospital Foundation has officially opened its 16th annual raffle, featuring a grand prize home valued at over $1 million. Participants can choose between the home or a $750,000 cash prize, with proceeds supporting local pediatric services.
Why it matters
Proceeds from the initiative will fund the development of a new pediatric village in Jeffersontown and expand children's mental health services. This long-term project aims to improve care access for the local community.
The grand prize home spans 2,400 square feet and features three bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Tickets are available for $100 each, with a limited supply of 20,000 tickets authorized for sale.
The players
Norton Children's Hospital Foundation
This organization operates the annual raffle to raise funds for pediatric health initiatives and infrastructure projects in Louisville.
The details
Interested individuals can purchase tickets through online, telephone, or in-person channels. The foundation also manages a 153-acre plot of land in Jeffersontown designated for the construction of a future pediatric village.
Timeline
Open house events for the home occur on weekends through Nov. 21, 2026.
Online and telephone ticket sales close at noon on Nov. 20, 2026.
The Snow Ball gala and winner selection take place on Nov. 21, 2026.
Market Landscape
This fundraising effort mirrors ongoing shifts in non-profit operations where organizations increasingly rely on high-value community raffles to finance large-scale capital projects. The move helps the foundation compete for local philanthropic dollars against other regional healthcare initiatives.
Louisville residents can support the hospital by purchasing tickets at $100 each, which directly funds regional pediatric mental health services. Those who win the grand prize must decide between claiming the $1 million home or opting for the $750,000 cash payout.
The takeaway
This raffle provides a tangible way for community members to contribute to significant local medical expansion projects. Participants should remember that ticket sales conclude promptly on November 20, 2026, regardless of the drawing event date.
Further reading
Learn more about local community support efforts in the Louisville Philanthropy section.
More information
Purchase tickets or view official rules at the Raffle home and BMW ticket portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Courier-Journal.
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