Before running a lottery, you should define the key elements of your programme and selection approach:
- Define your program rules: Confirm eligibility criteria (e.g. income limits, household size, assets) and any program-specific requirements.
- Decide on lottery type: Choose between a standard lottery (equal chance) or a weighted lottery (with weighted criteria).
- Define weighted criteria (if weighted): Identify which criteria should give households additional entries (e.g. local residency, tenure, program-based factors).
- Prepare your properties or opportunities: Ensure properties are defined with correct occupancy rules, income limits, and key details used in communications.
- Set your timeline: Decide when the screening form opens and closes, and how long households will have to apply once invited.
- Plan your communications: Review and personalize email templates for participants.
- Estimate capacity: Consider how many applications your team can realistically process and define batch sizes accordingly.