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Federal regulations allow 501(c)(3) nonprofits to run Raffles. But each State (and sometimes a city or county) has their own regulations. Contact us for guidance if you want more information. We can’t give you legal advice, but we can provide orientation and general guidelines.

Yes, you may need a license or permit depending on your state’s laws, as regulations vary across the U.S. For example, states like Alabama, California, and Hawaii prohibit online raffles. It’s best to consult legal counsel to ensure compliance with local requirements.

Individuals and for-profit businesses cannot run Raffles for personal causes but can do so on behalf of a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a special setup process to ensure legal compliance.

Cross-state raffles are complex due to varying state regulations. It’s possible but challenging, and you should consult a lawyer to navigate the legal requirements.

As a 501(c) organization, you likely need to report raffle proceeds to the IRS, typically on Form 990, but specific requirements depend on the amount raised and your tax status.

Log into RallyUp, select “Raffles” as the fundraiser type, and customize your page with prizes, entry levels, and branding. The platform supports prize-based and 50/50 Raffles, making setup user-friendly.

Offer multiple entry levels, like 10 entries for $10 or 50 for $25, to encourage participation. Tailor pricing to your audience and fundraising goals for maximum engagement.

RallyUp imposes no minimum or maximum price limits, giving you the flexibility to set ticket prices as needed.

There are no minimum or maximum limits on ticket numbers. You can set goals, like selling 50 to 1,000 tickets, based on your needs.

You can choose to extend the Raffle period or proceed with the current ticket sales at your discretion.

Yes, participants can buy multiple tickets, which can increase engagement and revenue.

Effective prizes include gift cards, electronics, experiences (e.g., vacations), or cash for 50/50 raffles. Choose prizes that align with your audience’s interests.

Tickets are not the same as entries. You can sell multiple entries in a single ticket. At RallyUp, one entry means that you have one chance to win. So, one ticket can carry many chances to win for your donor. For instance – a $10 ticket can carry 10 entries for your donor, or 10 chances to win. You decide on the entry value. We find that offering more entries per ticket has a positive impact on sales!
When you assign entry value to your tickets, it also makes it possible to offer entries as an incentive for people to promote your Raffle – at no extra cost or impact on your ticket price.

Use social media campaigns with hashtags like #raffle4good, email marketing to donor lists, and RallyUp’s Sharing Rewards feature, which gives bonus entries for sharing. Include high-quality prize images to attract buyers.

Use RallyUp’s automatic random selection for fairness or conduct a manual draw via livestream to ensure transparency.

Typically, name, email, and payment details are collected, but you can customize fields based on your needs.

Winners are selected randomly via RallyUp’s automatic system or manually by the organization, with options for livestreaming manual draws.

RallyUp’s automatic draw ensures randomness through its system. For manual draws, livestreaming and clear processes (e.g., using a physical draw) maintain transparency.

Announce winners via automatic RallyUp emails or manually (e.g., through social media or email). Distribute prizes based on type—ship physical items or transfer cash electronically.

Follow up with the winner to resolve the issue. Have a backup plan, like redrawing or offering an alternative prize.

Proceeds typically take a few days to receive, depending on the payment processor (e.g., Stripe or PayPal).

For U.S. organizations, a U.S. bank account is likely required, but international options may be available depending on the payment processor.

Use RallyUp’s dashboards to monitor sales, engagement, and funds raised. Integrate with tools like Google Analytics or Meta Pixel for deeper insights into donor behavior.