Hosted by Foundation For Youth's Prevention Initiatives, Duck Splash is a fun, family-friendly fundraiser that brings the community together for an afternoon of excitement. This substance-free alternative event offers families a safe and engaging way to connect while supporting youth programs and prevention efforts throughout our community.
Participants can purchase numbered rubber ducks for a chance to win exciting prizes, with winning ducks randomly selected from the pond during the event.
Yellow Duck Sales
Get a chance to win some amazing prizes by adopting yellow ducks! Every yellow duck purchased helps make a bigger splash in our community. Proceeds support Foundation For Youth programs and other community youth programming.
Blue Duck Sales
Get a chance to win a Jeep Wrangler from Leo's Auto Group! Every blue duck purchased directly supports Foundation For Youth programs, helping provide life-changing opportunities for youth throughout our community.
DUCK SPLASH 2026
SAVE THE DATE!
September 19, 2026 | 10am - 2pm
Location: Mill Race Pond
Foundation For Youth is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
Raffle License #014599, Reference #163733
DUCK ADOPTION LOCATIONS:
Foundation For Youth Front Desk | 405 Hope Avenue | Mon-Fri from 9am-5pm
FFY's Back-to-School Bash & Open House | 405 Hope Avenue | August 2nd from 2-5pm
DUCK SPLASH FAQs
Can I buy a duck at any age?
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No. Participants must be 18 years of age or older to purchase a duck or enter the raffle. Foundation For Youth reserves the right to request proof of age before completing any sale. However, Duck Splash is a family-friendly event with activities and entertainment for all ages to enjoy.
Where can I purchase ducks?
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At Foundation For Youth events or at the Foundation For Youth front desk, located at 405 Hope Avenue.
What is the difference between yellow ducks and blue ducks?
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Yellow ducks enter you for a chance to win exciting raffle prizes. Proceeds support Foundation For Youth programs and other youth-serving nonprofit agencies, helping create opportunities for youth throughout our community.
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Blue ducks enter you for a chance to win a Jeep Wrangler. 100% of blue duck proceeds directly support Foundation For Youth programs, helping local youth learn, grow, and thrive.
What am I supporting?
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Every duck purchased helps make a bigger splash in our community. Proceeds support Foundation For Youth programs and other youth-serving agencies, providing opportunities for youth through sports, mentoring, camps, afterschool programs, prevention initiatives, and more. Your purchase helps empower young people to learn, grow, and thrive.
Is this a family friendly event?
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Absolutely! Duck Splash is designed for the whole family. Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon featuring free carnival rides, live music, games, hands-on activities, community partner booths, local art vendors, delicious food vendors, and a dedicated kids area with activities for younger children. Teens can also check out the SPARK Zone, an interactive space where they can discover their interests, build confidence, and ignite their SPARK.
Can I come to Duck Splash even if I don't purchase ducks?
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Absolutely! Even if you don't purchase ducks, we encourage everyone to join us for an afternoon of family-friendly fun, entertainment, and community celebration!
What types of activities and vendors will be at the event?
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Enjoy live music, delicious food vendors, carnival rides, local shopping and artisan vendors, community organization booths, a dedicated kids' area, and the SPARK Zone—an interactive space designed just for teens.
DUCK SPLASH PRIZES
(Yellow Duck Adoptions ONLY)
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Indiana Sentinels Hockey Tickets
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Indianapolis Indians Tickets
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2-Hour FFY Pool Rental
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Laptop from Midwest Printing
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Tickets and Coupons from Combat Ops
More exciting prizes are on the way! Check back often as we reveal additional prizes leading up to Duck Splash.
VENDORS & ACTIVITIES
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Kids Carnival Zone
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Spark Zone
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Art & Craft Alley featuring local artists
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VIP Jeep Row
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Food Trucks
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The Duck Drop
RULES & ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
In addition to complying with all applicable Indiana charity gaming laws, regulations, and licensing requirements, Foundation for Youth has established the following eligibility requirements and participation restrictions for the Charity Duck Raffle conducted under its Indiana Charity Gaming License.
These requirements shall be enforced by Foundation for Youth staff and members of the Prevention Department responsible for the sale and administration of raffle entries ("ducks"). Participation in the raffle constitutes acceptance of both Indiana charitable gaming regulations and the additional rules outlined below.
Foundation for Youth Additional Rules
1. Minimum Age Requirement
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Participants must be 18 years of age or older to purchase a duck or enter the raffle.
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Foundation for Youth reserves the right to request proof of age before completing any sale.
2. Identification Required for Prize Claim
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Winners must present a valid government-issued photo identification when claiming a prize.
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The identification presented must match the name and information provided on the raffle entry form.
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Failure to provide matching identification may result in forfeiture of the prize and selection of an alternate winner.
3. Employee and Family Eligibility Restrictions
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Employees and volunteers of the organization are eligible to enter and participate in the raffle. However, any employee or volunteer who is directly involved in administering the raffle, handling entries, conducting the drawing, or selecting winners is not eligible to receive a raffle prize.
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All eligible entries have an equal chance of winning. Winners will be selected through a random drawing, and all decisions regarding eligibility and prize awards are final.
4. Right to Refuse Participation
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Foundation for Youth reserves the right to refuse the sale of raffle entries or disqualify any participant found to be in violation of these rules or applicable Indiana charitable gaming regulations.
5. Final Authority
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Foundation for Youth shall have the final authority regarding the interpretation and enforcement of these rules, subject to applicable Indiana law and regulations.
6. Taxes and Fees
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Winners are solely responsible for any federal, state, or local taxes, registration fees, title fees, or other costs associated with the acceptance, ownership, transfer, or use of a prize, if applicable.
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Foundation for Youth does not provide tax advice and makes no representations regarding the tax consequences of winning a prize.
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Winners are encouraged to consult a qualified tax professional regarding any tax obligations resulting from receipt of a prize.
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If required by law, Foundation for Youth may collect necessary tax information from winners and report prize winnings to the appropriate governmental authorities.