Block Island Race Week Raffle

Support Block Island and Win Big!

Each year during Race Week, the Storm Trysail Club aims to leave Block Island a little better than we found it—through a donation to a local organization that benefits the island’s residents or environment.

Since 2001, the BIRW Raffle has raised more than $120,000, supporting vital services and charities across the island. Past beneficiaries include the Block Island Rescue Squad, which has come to the aid of many a sailor; the Block Island Medical Center, which has patched up more injuries than we can count; and the Block Island Conservancy, dedicated to preserving the island’s open spaces.

In recent years, proceeds have supported the Mary D. Fund, which helps islanders of all ages—from educational scholarships to emergency aid for seniors hoping to stay in their homes. Other recipients have included the Lions Club of Block Island and the Block Island Club, which used funds for a new dock.

This year, we’ll once again choose a deserving organization whose impact on the island community will be felt and appreciated.

🎟️ Raffle tickets are on sale now for $10 a peice, and for every 10 you buy, you get 1 free!
🏆 Grand Prize: A 1-week BVI Yacht Charter from The Moorings aboard a Moorings 4200 Catamaran*

You do not need to be present to win. So get your tickets, support a great cause, and you just might sail away with the adventure of a lifetime!

In 2023, Margarethe Donnelly, daughter of the long-time Block Island Nurse, Mary D who started the collection many years ago, accepts the check with Commodore Ray Redniss and Commodore Andrew Weiss.

*Moorings Terms & Conditions
The Moorings extends to the winner of the 2025 Block Island Race Week Charter Raffle a 6-night, 7-day charter in the British Virgin Islands aboard a Moorings 4200 sailing catamaran, subject to yacht availability. Charter must depart before December 11, 2025, or between May 1 - October 31, 2026. Charter is subject to yacht availability and selected charter dates must be confirmed by September 30, 2025. Excludes Peak Dates. Charter must begin on a Mon, Tues, Wed, or Thurs. Fri-Sun starts are excluded. Charter giveaway applies to charter fleet line cost only, and other items such as turnaround fee, fuel, Yacht Damage Waiver, Cruising Taxes and Permit, Skipper & Skipper Gratuity (if required), Personal Insurance, Provisioning, Flights, Ground transportation, Hotel accommodation and all other incidentals are not included. No cash alternative will be offered, the prize is non transferable and must be taken by the named winner only. Approximate prize value: $6,000 USD.