About the Raffle

Welcome to the official 2026 Crown Jewel Gala Raffle! Whether you are attending the Gala in person this weekend or supporting us from home, you can enter to win one of our two exclusive luxury jewelry grand prizes.

100% of proceeds directly fund the NC Women Business Owners Hall of Fame.

Two Grand Drawings: Every ticket purchased is entered into the drawing pool to win our featured prizes.
Online Sales Open: NOW through Saturday, October 17th at 8:30 PM.
Live Drawing: Winners will be drawn live during the Gala program on Saturday, October 17th. (You do not need to be present to win, we will contact and ship/deliver to non-attendees!)

🎟️ Ticket Package Options

1 Ticket: $20
5 Tickets: $85 (Save $15)
10 Tickets: $175 (Best Value — Maximize Your Odds!)

What You Can Win!

💎 2.02 CTW Lab-Grown Diamond Stud Earrings

Donated by DCNC Trading ($1,700 Value) Breathtaking brilliance crafted for maximum sparkle! These classic stud earrings feature 2.02 carats total weight of lab-grown round brilliant-cut diamonds, set in sleek 14K white gold 4-prong martini-style settings. Designed to sit flush and flat against the ear, each diamond measures a stunning 6.44mm–6.48mm in diameter with exceptional E/F color and high-grade VS1–VS2 clarity.

🦪 The Complete Charlotte Pearl Collection

Donated by The Charlotte Pearl Company ($500 Value) Win the complete luxury pearl set from The Charlotte Pearl Company—effortless elegance crafted for royalty! One lucky winner takes home all three signature pieces:

The Brooke Necklace: Lustrous baroque freshwater pearls suspended on a delicate single wire strand in a floating illusion design.
The Brooke Earrings: Three cascading baroque freshwater pearls on delicate wire with lever-back clasps.
The Signature Crown Lapel Pin:: Contemporary key design featuring an 8mm cultured pearl set above a crystal-encrusted crown.

Honoring the Past, Empowering the Future: The 9th Annual NC Women Business Owners Hall of Fame Gala

The Legacy of Leadership

In North Carolina, the spirit of entrepreneurship is woven into the very fabric of our communities. For years, women have been the silent architects of this growth, founding companies, creating jobs, and shattering glass ceilings. But for too long, their stories went untold.

In 2018, the North Carolina Women Business Owners Hall of Fame was born from a simple but powerful mission: to ensure that the "significant and enduring" contributions of these trailblazers are documented, celebrated, and preserved for future generations.

A Milestone Year: The 9th Annual Gala

This October, we invite you to join us for a historic milestone, The 9th Annual NC Women Business Owners Hall of Fame Gala. As we prepare to induct our newest class of visionaries, we aren’t just looking back at what has been achieved—we are looking forward to what is possible.

From tech pioneers who grew global enterprises from their kitchen tables to advocates who have spent decades fighting for equitable business resources, the Hall of Fame represents the pinnacle of female leadership in North Carolina. This year’s gala will gather the brightest minds in business to applaud their resilience, innovation, and heart.

Why Your Support Matters

The Hall of Fame is a nonprofit organization dedicated to amplifying the legacy of women entrepreneurs. By contributing to this GiveButter campaign, you are helping us:

Celebrate Excellence: Fund the gala and awards ceremony that gives these women the recognition they deserve.
Inspire the Next Generation: Document the stories of inductees to serve as a roadmap for young women and girls across North Carolina.
Foster Community: Support a network of advocates and entrepreneurs who believe that when women lead, North Carolina wins.

NC Women Business Owners Hall of Fame 9th Annual Gala Raffle

Support Women-Owned Businesses & Win Luxury Jewelry!