Those involved in fundraising for good causes often organise events involving types of gambling as a means to raise money. Typical fundraising activities that involve gambling include:
- Lotteries (such as raffles and tombolas).
- Race nights.
- Casino nights.
- Bingo.
Gambling laws allows most such gambling activities to be provided on a non-commercial basis, without the need for permission from the local authority or the Gambling Commission, provided that relevant rules are followed.
Lotteries
A simply advice leaflet on running a lottery, including raffles, tombolas and sweepstakes has been produced by the Gambling Commission and can be downloaded below
Download a more detailed guide on running small lotteries:
If your lottery cannot be run in such a way as to fall within the definition of an "exempt lottery" you may decide to register with us to provide Small society lotteries.
Race Nights, Casino Nights etc.
A simple advice leaflet on running a race night, casino night or similar event for a good cause has been produced by the Gambling Commission and can be downloaded below:
Bingo
A simple advice leaflet on organising bingo for a good cause can be downloaded below:
Further Information
More detailed information on organising non-commercial prize gaming and non-commercial equal chance gaming, including any conditions that must be complied with, is provided below:
