absolutely – i do it all the time – it feels good- everyone likes to win something & i’ve gotten some great gifts from oorah’s auction! they also explain how it works in terms of ma’aser if you win!
its THE BEST auction ever! they are the ORIGINATORS of the chinese auction by mail!
it also happens to be a wonderful organization!
with other tzedakka auctions/raffles as well i always feel that for another few dollars to tzedaka i can get more raffles – it encourages me to give a little more than i was planning on!