IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT BIG BUCKS BONANZA

Dear Loyal Supporter,

We are writing to tell you that the Big Bucks Bonanza drawing originally scheduled for May 16, 2027, has been rescheduled and will be held on October 25, 2026. The start and end times of
the event will remain the same from 2:00pm to 5:00pm.

We have been instructed by the New York State Gaming Commission that pursuant to New York State Law, all *game of chance" raffle tickets must be drawn within 180 days of the first tickets
being sold. Since we began selling tickets on May 17, 2026 for the 2027 drawing, we are required to have the drawing held on or before November 13, 2026.

After extensive discussion with the Big Bucks committee and our membership, we decided to move the event to October 25, 2026, so everyone can enjoy a beautiful fall afternoon in our
park. We will also adjust the food menu to include an Oktoberfest theme, in addition to our usual hamburgers and hot dogs.

We plan on holding the regular Big Bucks raffle in May 2027 and will sell raffles for that drawing starting in December 2026. Since New York State's General Municipal Law restrictions states
sales cannot take place more than 180 days prior to the drawing, we yill not have advance ticket sales on October 25, 2026. We will send a follow-up notice explaining how supporters can
purchase tickets and outlining other changes the Gaming Commission is requiring us to follow under New York State laws.

If you have any questions, we have set up an email address so that you can send your inquiries to the following: bigbucks at bayportfd.org (use the @ symbol)

For 37 years, the Bayport Fire Department has proudly sponsored this fun-filled day without issue. Although the Commission initially asked us to cancel the Big Bucks event, we reached an
agreement with the State Gaming Commission that allows us to proceed, provided the event is held within the required 180-day period. We apologize for any inconvenience this change may
cause. Our membership takes great pride in giving our supporters an enjoyable day, and we nope we can continue to count on your support as we work toward resuming our reqular may
date, with some changes, in 2027.

Please note, your May 2027 Ticket is only vaild for the October 2026 drawing and event.  Your May 2027 will not permit you entry or eligibility for that drawing.

To purchase a Big Buck$ ticket, you must download and mail an application with your check, money order or cash.

We recommend only using cash if you are physically dropping off your application at the firehouse.  Sorry, Credit/Debit Cards are not accepted at this time.