Enter the Traverse City Getaway Raffle to benefit Project Purple, a nonprofit dedicated to pancreatic cancer research and patient support.

Created in memory of Lou Ann Bogart and her lifelong love for Northern Michigan, this raffle offers a weekend getaway for two to Traverse City, valued at over $1,500. The winner (Sept. 11–13, 2026) will enjoy:

-Two nights in a loft at the historic Grand Traverse Commons

-A vineyard and estate tour with wine tasting at Bowers Harbor

-A scenic cruise on Grand Traverse Bay with the Nauticat

-Climbing Day Pass from ELEV8 Climbing Gym

-E-bike rentals courtesy of City Bike Shop

-Gift cards from local favorites like Mundos, Moomers, Spanglish, North Bar, and more

Tickets are available September 2–October 18, 2025. Winner announced October 20, 2025.

All proceeds benefit Project Purple’s mission to advance pancreatic cancer research and provide patient and family support.