Driving positive change

The first Audi Foundation raffle for 2024 is now up and running, with supporters going into the draw to win a limited edition Audi RS Q3 Sportback model valued at $124,853* (drive away). Celebrating its seventh year this year, the Audi Foundation, working with its eight not-for-profit partners, has made a tremendous positive contribution to individuals and communities since it was launched by Audi Australia in 2017, supporting established programs designed to foster positive outcomes both in the short and long term. Since its inception the Audi Foundation has raised more than $6.5 million, with its two annual raffles instrumental in reaching that figure, along with added support from the Audi Australia national dealer network as well as generous donations from individuals.

Once again just 12,000 tickets will be available at a cost of $50 each, with the raffle open to all Australian residents aged 18 and over. Funds raised go to assist the Audi Foundation and its partners in continuing their work across positive mental health outcomes, education and employment as well as medical research and equipment.

“We’re indebted to the thousands of people who continually support the work of the Audi Foundation and its charity partners through initiatives like our fundraising raffles,” says Jeff Mannering, Director of Audi Australia and Chairman of the Audi Foundation.

The ongoing projects supported by fundraising initiatives like this one are as diverse as they are far-reaching. From the groundbreaking research conducted by the Children’s Cancer Institute through its Zero program, to buying much-needed medical equipment for children’s hospital wards through the Humpty Dumpty Foundation, medical research and outcomes are a key pillar. So too mental health through the Audi Foundation’s support of ReachOut, RU OK? and batyr. Not-for-profits focusing on youth education and well-being are also supported through the work of the Country Education Foundation of Australia, Youth Opportunities and Zephyr Education Inc, while the foundation also supports sustainable communities through special crisis assistance when disasters such as flooding and bushfires place communities under extreme and unforeseen pressure. The work right across all of the pillars and organisations has a proven, long-term track record and continues to deliver outstanding results and positively change lives.

Demonstrating that giving isn’t the only reward, each raffle offers up an Audi vehicle as the grand prize, giving every ticket holder the opportunity to become the lucky owner of one of these extraordinary vehicles simply by purchasing a ticket. 

Headlining this fundraising raffle is a very special vehicle in the shape of a RS Q3 Sportback edition 10 years in Chronos metallic grey. One of a limited production run of 555 cars worldwide, this model was produced to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the first Audi Q model to wear the coveted RS badging. The RSQ3 Sportback edition 10 years is a fitting tribute to that origin RS Q3 model, building on its legacy in a vehicle that beautifully showcases the brand’s reputation for both engineering and design excellence.

From first glance to the first the first sounds of the exhaust note, this RS Q3 special edition turns heads, its svelte Sportback styling accentuating its sporting nature, while the distinctive snarl of the multi-award winning five-cylinder 2.5-litre engine is quite unlike anything else on the road. 

Developing a massive 294kW of power  and 400Nm of torque from 1950rpm right through to 5850rpm, it rockets the luxury SUV from a standstill to 100km/h in just 4.5 seconds. With power to the road through quattro all-wheel drive, RS sport suspension and progressive steering, handling is superb. The combination of power, balance and roadholding rightly earning the limited RS Q3 its place as a genuine performance specialist.

But the the RS Q3 is also every inch the luxury conveyance, boasting the very latest in automotive technology, connectivity and infotainment for those times when a spirited drive is not on the agenda.

To that end the beautifully finished and appointed interior features a combination of matt carbon inlay and black Dinamica elements throughout as well as fine Nappa leather upholstery with the distinctive RS honeycomb pattern with subtle copper-coloured stitching to further set this special edition apart. The form-hugging front seats are special items that are produced with a one-piece back to save weight, and are beautifully finished in matt carbon, while the wheel is a multi-function flat-bottom item covered in Alcantara.

Cutting-edge technology has been seamlessly integrated into the clean, efficient cabin with everything from Audi virtual cockpit and MMI navigation to wireless Android and Apple CarPlay all standard inclusions.

Should you ever tire of the famous bark of the RS sport exhaust generated by the five-cylinder firing pattern, there is the 680 watt Bang & Olufsen 3D sound system with 15 speakers and of course Audi connect plus which allows you to connect to and interact with the outside world from your vehicle. 

As important as the vehicle’s performance and luxury offerings are its safety and driver assistance systems. These too are state-of-the-art, with everything from adaptive cruise control to lane change warning (with blindspot alert), rear cross traffic, hill descent control and emergency assist, right down to surround view cameras with curb view and direct tyre pressure monitoring.

It’s an impressive vehicle in every respect and a fitting inclusion for this this, the 12th Audi Foundation raffle. Tickets are available now from the Audi Foundation website, with the raffle ending on Wednesday, 10 July this year and the draw held on Friday 12 July. The winner of this outstanding vehicle will be notified on the day by phone and in writing, but everyone taking part in the raffle will have made an invaluable contribution to an organisation that makes a positive change in the lives of so many around the country.

To secure your tickets and go into the running to win this extraordinary vehicle, visit the Audi Foundation website.  

The vehicle pictured is not the actual prize car and some features shown may differ.

*All registration and on-road costs are included. No optional extras or accessories included unless stated. No vehicle insurance provided. Prize value based on registration of the vehicle in NSW. 

This prize can be collected from any Audi Australia dealer (See www.audi.com.au for a list of dealer locations). This Prize is not transferable or redeemable for cash. Conditions apply - see terms and conditions at Audi Foundation.