Win Big for Our 25th Anniversary! Enter the 2026 BirdsCaribbean Raffle
Enter and Support Conservation of Caribbean Birds!
We’re excited to announce our 2026 Raffle, where you can win fantastic prizes while supporting crucial bird conservation efforts across the region! Thanks to our incredible partners, this year’s raffle is bigger and better than ever as we celebrate our landmark 25th BirdsCaribbean International Conference in Trinidad and Tobago.
Proceeds from this raffle directly fund scientific research, fuel community education, and empower Caribbean wildlife professionals through scholarships to attend our regional workshops and conferences. Together, we can make a lasting impact for our Caribbean birds and communities.
But wait, we haven’t even mentioned the amazing prizes you could win! Are you ready to see if fortune favors you this year? This is your chance to make a tangible difference for Caribbean birds and score some incredible rewards. Talk about a win-win!
Grand Prize: “Puerto Rican Spindalis” Painting
Our Grand Prize is an exquisite original painting titled “Puerto Rican Spindalis” by award-winning Cuban scientific illustrator Arnaldo Toledo. It is one of Puerto Rico’s beloved endemics, locally called Reina Mora. Known for its sweet dawn song and show-stopping plumage, the male Puerto Rican Spindalis is a stunning bird with his bold, black-and-white striped head, fiery-orange neck collar, and bright yellow breast. This exquisite piece of art brings the bird’s radiant colors right off the treetops and into your home. Get your tickets for a chance to win!
This stunning 27×22.5 cm watercolor painting on Stonehenge Aqua paper was part of a special collection commissioned for the American Ornithological Society and BirdsCaribbean joint conference held in Puerto Rico.
In an interview, Arnaldo shared his process for creating this collection:
“I carefully researched each species and made an extensive study of reference material. This was essential for rendering each individual in a way that shows the beauty and life of the bird, as well as precisely draw and paint its field marks and diagnostic details. The pose and attitude of each bird is drawn to set the flow and balance of the composition, while at the same time showing all the splendor of these Puerto Rico endemics.”
Second Grand Prize: Vortex Razor HD 8X42 Binoculars
Birdwatchers will love the Vortex Razor HD 8×42 Binoculars, a premium-quality, award-winning optic packed with everything you need for stellar field observation. It is rugged, waterproof, compact, and its HD optical system delivers the sharpest, brightest images possible.
With so many high-end features, you might think this binocular is hefty. It is not! It is actually one of the lightest full-size binoculars on the market. To top it off, it comes with Vortex’s incredible, unconditional, lifetime VIP Warranty.
Additional Prizes: Giclée Prints by Nils Navarro
Winners will also have the chance to choose from stunning giclée prints by renowned Cuban wildlife artist and author, Nils Navarro. These beautiful prints expertly capture unique Cuban bird species and are signed, numbered, and measure approximately 8.5″ by 11″.
Get Your Tickets Now!
The Raffle drawing will take place on Sunday, September 6th, 2026, at 8 PM EDT.
Tickets are $5 each, or you can maximize your chances and get five tickets for $20 (get one FREE). The more tickets you buy, the closer you get to taking home one of these incredible prizes!
- In Person: See designated delegates selling tickets at the Hyatt Regency Trinidad during the conference.
- Online: https://givebutter.com/BCRaffle-2026
- By Mail: Send a check made out to “BirdsCaribbean” to: 841 Worcester St. #130, Natick, MA 01760
For any questions, please contact Lisa Sorenson at [email protected].
It only takes one to win, but you can’t win without one! Good luck, and thank you for supporting Caribbean bird conservation.
A huge thank you to our generous donors for providing these awesome prizes: Arnaldo Toledo, Vortex Optics, and Nils Navarro!