Raffle Contract and Agreement
Understanding this form
The Raffle Contract and Agreement is a legal document between a promoter and a nonprofit client that outlines the terms, conditions, and responsibilities involved in conducting a raffle. This agreement specifies the promotion, ticket sales, fee structures, and distribution of proceeds. Unlike informal raffle agreements, this formal contract provides clear legal guidance and structure, ensuring compliance with applicable state laws and protecting the interests of both parties.
Main sections of this form
- Identification of the promoter and client, including contact details.
- Detailed terms of the raffle including dates, ticket prices, and promotional responsibilities.
- Payment agreement stating how proceeds will be distributed after the raffle concludes.
- Provisions for ticket sales designated for advertisement promotions.
- General legal clauses including severability, governing law, and mandatory arbitration.
- Instructions on notice requirements between the parties involved in the contract.
Common use cases
This form should be used when a nonprofit organization intends to hold a raffle as a fundraising activity. It is essential when engaging a promoter to manage and organize the raffle, ensuring that both parties clearly understand their obligations and the financial arrangements. This contract secures legal compliance, an important aspect when conducting lotteries or raffles, which may be subject to specific regulations in various jurisdictions.
Who needs this form
- Nonprofit organizations planning to conduct a raffle for fundraising purposes.
- Promoters or event organizers tasked with running the raffle event.
- Any entity seeking a structured agreement to define responsibilities and financial arrangements related to a raffle.
How to prepare this document
- Identify and enter the names and addresses of the promoter and nonprofit client at the beginning of the contract.
- Specify the raffle's name, dates of operation, and ticket price within the designated sections.
- Outline the payment agreement by filling in the percentage of proceeds allocated to the promoter and the date of payment.
- Detail any tickets sold for advertisement purposes, indicating the number and price.
- Review and sign the document after confirming all details are accurate and agreed upon by both parties.
Is notarization required?
Notarization is not commonly needed for this form. However, certain documents or local rules may make it necessary. Our notarization service, powered by Notarize, allows you to finalize it securely online anytime, day or night.
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Mistakes to watch out for
- Failing to specify all parties' names and addresses clearly.
- Not including all relevant raffle dates or ticket prices.
- Omitting signatures from both promoter and client, which may invalidate the agreement.
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FAQ
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.
Lotteries or raffles - cannot be run for any commercial gain or profit, such as selling your house or a car.But be careful, if the free draw or prize competition hasn't been set up correctly, you could be running an illegal lottery and breaking the law - make sure you seek legal advice!
You may need a licence from the Gambling Commission or a registration with a local authority. Make sure you understand the requirements before you start to run a lottery.
You may need a licence from the Gambling Commission or a registration with a local authority. Make sure you understand the requirements before you start to run a lottery. If you are considering running a lottery online make sure it is lawful.
Get it in writing. Keep it simple. Deal with the right person. Identify each party correctly. Spell out all of the details. Specify payment obligations. Agree on circumstances that terminate the contract. Agree on a way to resolve disputes.
In order to be legal, online raffles must be licensed by the Gambling Commission.
In California, only nonprofit organizations can legally conduct raffles. Before holding a raffle, you must file a raffle registration form. You must also file an annual raffle report form that reports on the raffles your organization conducts in a given year.
Anyone can set up a raffle group on Facebook and then begin inviting contacts to join, although Facebook says it shuts down illegal raffle pages - those not licensed by the Gambling Commission - as soon as they are reported. The page owners then choose a prize, and sell tickets - using PayPal or a bank transfer.
A large raffle license is $50 per drawing date. A small raffle license is $15 for up to three drawing dates at the same location and $5 for each additional date.
