Charitable Gaming - Raffle

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Raffles

Raffle
A raffle is a game of chance where raffle tickets are sold, a winner(s) is determined by randomly drawing a ticket stub from a container, and a prize is awarded. Most drawings require a license. If your organization would like to hold a raffle, a 50-50 drawing, or a drawing for a door prize, each of these events requires a raffle license.
Qualification Requirements
Check License Application Status (For a Raffle or Special Bingo)
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Apply for a Raffle

Applying for a Raffle

Apply for a Raffle
A qualified organization wishing to sell raffle tickets can apply for a Raffle License. For drawing dates awarding no more than $500 in prizes, the cost is $15 for up to three drawing dates and $5 for every additional date. To be able to award an unlimited amount in prizes, the license will cost $50 per drawing date. Print off and mail along with the appropriate fee.

RAFFLE LICENSE APPLICATION

Raffle Guide

Raffle Guide
The raffle guide helps the organization in applying for a raffle license, preparing for the event, and what to do after the event has happened.

RAFFLE GUIDE

Raffle FAQs

Raffle FAQs
This list of the most frequently asked questions might take care of any questions you have. Otherwise, contact our office with any further questions at 517-335-5780.

RAFFLE FAQs

Applying for a Raffle

Different Types of Raffles

Regulations

Act and Rules

Directives

More Raffle Resources

Game Records

Financial Statements

Tax Information

Tax Information
Organizations that sell charity game tickets should be aware of their federal tax responsibilities. Organizations that award raffle, bingo, or charity game ticket prizes should also be aware of withholding responsibilities. These obligations are described in the links below.