I have a suggestion for the next raffle. I've bought quite a few HI knives, and I'm all for donations to help the kamis, whom I value. However, sometimes I stay out of a raffle just because I'm not interested in that specific knife, or maybe it's too big or too small for me, or I have one like it.
My suggestion is to have a raffle with two or three blades of different sizes and types. The first winner gets first choice, and the second winner gets second choice. That way, if you come in second you might still get the blade you like best. This might invite more participation.
Just a thought.