{"id":24177,"date":"2022-10-04T07:34:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-04T12:34:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.casino.org\/blog\/?p=24177"},"modified":"2022-10-04T11:07:46","modified_gmt":"2022-10-04T16:07:46","slug":"how-to-legally-host-a-gambling-fundraiser","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.casino.org\/blog\/how-to-legally-host-a-gambling-fundraiser\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Legally Host A Gambling Fundraiser"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Gambling fundraisers for charity are a popular pick and a great way to whip up funds for a cause you care about. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But you might have noticed that navigating the dos, don\u2019ts and legal statuses of charity gambling events can be pretty challenging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re planning an event that\u2019s big or small, in aid of a local group that\u2019s close to your heart or a national or international non-profit organization, use our guide to help you host a gambling fundraiser, legally. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step\n1: Choose A Charity<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If\nyou haven\u2019t already, it\u2019s better to begin planning with a clear picture of what\nand who you want to raise funds for, rather than a vague idea. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If\nyou can visualize your end goal it\u2019ll motivate you when you hit the hard work\nand headaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consider\nwhere focusing your efforts will reap the most rewards and how your time will\nbe most effective. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s also worth thinking about your target audience and what is most likely to encourage people to attend and donate \u2014 a local, national, international, or global issue?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step\n2: Make Sure It\u2019s Legal<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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You\u2019ll need to make sure your event is water-tight when it comes to legal issues. Don\u2019t skip over this step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You need to make sure you research the appropriate state or local charitable gambling laws<\/strong> and apply them throughout the planning stages, as well as when actioning any requirements before or on the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to gambling-related fundraising, as there are different laws applied to everything from games and raffles, through to bingo<\/a> and auctions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And every state has its own rules and laws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you\u2019re trying to raise money for a cause or organization, the last thing you want to do is land yourself, the charity or non-profit, donors and attendees in hot water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Failing to follow the rules can lead to criminal penalties. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\nare many things to consider, such as: <\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n