Driven by Community: Enter BPR’s 2025 summer car raffle to support public media
By Kristin Harkey, Laura Lyn
July 14, 2025 at 3:38 PM EDT
IMPORTANT UPDATE: Thanks to your generosity, we are SOLD OUT of tickets for the 2025 Driven By Community Car Raffle! Stay tuned for the early-bird prize announcement and the grand prize announcement on Wednesday, August 6 and Friday, August 20. You can still make a donation to support BPR online.
Looking for a great way to support BPR? Then bet on yourself and snag tickets to our annual Driven by Community Summer Car Raffle! You'll have the chance to win a brand-new 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid Premium from Fred Anderson.
The raffle launches Thursday, July 17 and closes Sunday, August 17 at midnight.
Purchase your raffle tickets before Sunday, August 3 at midnight and double the fun! You’ll also be entered to win a $2,000 travel voucher from the Asheville Area Regional Airport.
Here are some of the Forester Hybrid Premium's features to look forward to:
Only 1,500 tickets will be sold for a chance to win a 2025 Forester Premium Hybrid from Fred Anderson Subaru. Don’t wait — your ticket supports BPR and could put you in the driver’s seat!
Yes! I’ll buy a car raffle ticket
Deadline to enter to win: Enter on or before Sunday, August 17 at 11:59 p.m.
Prize is valued at MSRP $38,729.00
How to enter to win
The raffle begins on Thursday, July 17 at 12:00 a.m. and runs through Sunday, August 17 at 11:59 p.m. or until tickets are sold out. Tickets are $125 each and only 1,500 tickets are available.
There are three ways to enter:
Contest void where prohibited. Must be 18 to enter. Present employees of Western North Carolina Public Radio and any immediate family members residing with the employees, as well as BPR Board of Directors, are not eligible to participate. *Winner is responsible for all federal taxes on the raffle winnings (25% of MSRP) as well as local, state and registration fees. See official rules. BPR reserves the right to cancel or modify the raffle.
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Looking for a great way to support BPR? Then bet on yourself and snag tickets to our annual Driven by Community Summer Car Raffle! You'll have the chance to win a brand-new 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid Premium from Fred Anderson.
The raffle launches Thursday, July 17 and closes Sunday, August 17 at midnight.
Purchase your raffle tickets before Sunday, August 3 at midnight and double the fun! You’ll also be entered to win a $2,000 travel voucher from the Asheville Area Regional Airport.
Here are some of the Forester Hybrid Premium's features to look forward to:
- Fuel efficiency with AWD confidence: The hybrid powertrain offers excellent fuel economy without sacrificing Subaru’s signature all-wheel-drive performance — perfect for mountain roads or city commutes.
- Premium comfort and features: With add-on features like heated seats, power moonroof, and advanced driver-assist technology, the Premium trim balances luxury with practicality.
- Striking finish: The exterior, Ice Silver Metallic, provides a sleek, modern look that resists dirt and keeps a polished appearance between washes, with premium black cloth interior.
- Trusted Subaru safety and reliability: Backed by Subaru’s reputation for longevity and safety, the Forester Premium Hybrid delivers peace of mind for years to come
Only 1,500 tickets will be sold for a chance to win a 2025 Forester Premium Hybrid from Fred Anderson Subaru. Don’t wait — your ticket supports BPR and could put you in the driver’s seat!
Yes! I’ll buy a car raffle ticket
Deadline to enter to win: Enter on or before Sunday, August 17 at 11:59 p.m.
Prize is valued at MSRP $38,729.00
How to enter to win
The raffle begins on Thursday, July 17 at 12:00 a.m. and runs through Sunday, August 17 at 11:59 p.m. or until tickets are sold out. Tickets are $125 each and only 1,500 tickets are available.
There are three ways to enter:
- Purchase your ticket online
- Call Blue Ridge Public Radio at 828-210-4810. Provide your entry information (name, address, telephone, email) over the phone, along with credit card information. Note: Ticket purchases via phone cannot be accepted after 11:59 pm, Sunday, August 17, 2025.
Contest void where prohibited. Must be 18 to enter. Present employees of Western North Carolina Public Radio and any immediate family members residing with the employees, as well as BPR Board of Directors, are not eligible to participate. *Winner is responsible for all federal taxes on the raffle winnings (25% of MSRP) as well as local, state and registration fees. See official rules. BPR reserves the right to cancel or modify the raffle.
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