Can I run a raffle in NSW?
A raffle can only be conducted in NSW in order to raise funds for, or on behalf of, a not-for-profit or charitable organisation. A raffle will be classified as a draw lottery if the total value of all prizes is not more than $30,000.
How do you run a raffle virtually?
If you want to do a raffle online, you can host a giveaway on social media or a raffle website. Pick a site to host your raffle, and choose your prizes and ticketing system. Then, make a post or a website detailing your raffle information. At the end of your set raffle time, pick a winner fairly and honestly.
Is it legal to hold online raffles?
In California, only nonprofit organizations can legally conduct raffles. Before holding a raffle, you must file a raffle registration form. You cannot sell raffle tickets on the internet (though you can use the internet to tell people where to buy them). 90% of what the raffle takes in must be given to the nonprofit.
Is doing a raffle Illegal?
Gambling is illegal in California unless it is permitted by statute. A raffle is defined as gambling unless it meets all of the criteria set forth in Penal Code section 320.5. Section 320.5 and related regulations can be found on the Attorney General’s website at oag.ca.gov/charities/raffles.
What are 50 50 raffles?
What is a 50/50 Raffle? A 50/50 raffle is much like other raffles; participants buy a ticket for a chance to win a prize if their name or ticket is drawn.
What is the difference between a raffle and a drawing?
Raffle = pay to play. (He bought two raffle tickets, hoping to win the new car.) Drawing = free to play (The restaurant was holding a drawing for free lunches. You just had to fill out an entry ticket.)
Why is raffling illegal?
50/50 raffles are illegal because 90 percent of the gross ticket-sale revenue is not used for charitable purposes. 10. What happens if we do not meet the 90/10 requirement? Penal Code section 320.5 is a criminal statute.
Are there any raffles at the NSW SES?
The NSW SES does NOT operate any raffles. The NSW SES Volunteers Association (NSW SES VA) is an Association for Volunteer members of the NSW SES and provides representation and many support services to members. The NSW SES VA works closely with the NSW SES to achieve common goals and represent the voice of its Volunteer members.
What does the NSW State Emergency Service do?
The NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) is the lead agency in the response to floods, storms and tsunamis in NSW. The NSW SES also supports other emergency services in times of natural and man-made disasters and is committed to building safer and more resilient communities.
How does the NSW SES help the community?
The NSW SES VA works closely with the NSW SES to achieve common goals and represent the voice of its Volunteer members. The Volunteers Association runs regular community raffles and funds raised from the NSW SES VA raffle go to supporting the Volunteers and assist the NSW SES Volunteers Association in achieving its various objectives.
What are the rules for selling raffle prizes in NSW?
If a prize remains unclaimed after three months, you must seek permission from NSW Fair Trading to be able to sell the prize. For cash prizes above $2,000, payment must be made by a crossed cheque payable to the prize winner or by EFT only if the prize winner requests it.
