Early Bird

Colorado Rockies 50/50 Raffle knocks it out of the park

Roadrunners raised more than $130,000 during the 2021 baseball season. See even more impressive stats.

By Lynne Winter ’17

November 11, 2021

The Metropolitan State University of Denver Alumni Association is thrilled to report that the Colorado Rockies 50/50 Raffle hit a home run for Roadrunners during the 2021 Major League Baseball season. This year, 769 volunteers at 84 home games (including All-Star activities) helped raise more than $130,000 to support MSU Denver students and programs.

Some of this year’s stats and highlights:

• Number of participating MSU Denver programs: 27.
• Program of the season: MSU Denver Baseball had 117 volunteers, raising $17,550.
• September had the largest net jackpot in 50/50 history, for a total of $115,894. The prize winner received $57,947, and MSU Denver and the Colorado Rockies Foundation each received $28,973.
• The first-ever All-Star Game 50/50 Raffle raised over $73,000 during three days of activities.
• The Rockies 50/50 Raffle was voted the most well-known community program for the Colorado Rockies.
• Throughout the 2018, 2019 and 2021 seasons, the 50/50 Raffle generated approximately $2.3 million in winnings and community support.

Thank you to everyone who supported the Colorado Rockies 50/50 Raffle with your time, talent and treasure. Your generosity ensures that Roadrunners have access to the resources they need to reimagine a future where anything is possible.

For more information about the Colorado Rockies 50/50 Raffle, contact Regan Wells, Alumni Relations coordinator.