How to Obtain a Raffle Permit
What you need:
Two application forms
Two annual report forms
One green Notice of Issuance form
Forms available at Town Clerk's office
The Annual Report from the previous year must be submitted to the Town Clerk before application for renewal can be processed. The fee is $20.00. A permit is valid for one year from the date of issuance. Only non-profit organizations in existence a minimum of two years are eligible to obtain a raffle permit. First-time applicants must submit a copy of the organization's charter or articles of organization.
Instructions for Completing Raffle Permit Application
Name and address of Nonprofit Organization: Please include physical address AND mailing address. (A "nonprofit" entity has a charitable purpose and benefits an indefinite number of people. All nonprofit organizations must be registered and reporting to the Attorney General.)
Do you have permission from the organization to seek a permit on its behalf? (You may be asked to provide a letter of authorization.)
Officers or members of organization responsible for operation of raffle or bazaar: Information for THREE (3) officers or members REQUIRED, including their addresses with street numbers
The fee for obtaining a raffle permit is $20.00, check made payable to the Town of Monson. Application must be submitted to the Town Clerk’s Office.
Instructions for Completing the Green Form for the Charitable Gaming Division
Name and Address of Organization: Please include physical address AND mailing address
Date Organized: Organization must have been in existence for at least two years to qualify for a permit. Organizations may be required to provide a copy of their charter or articles of organization as proof of qualification.
Telephone Numbers: Two (2) phone numbers are required.
Instructions for Completing Annual Report - Raffles & Bazaars
Name and address of Nonprofit Organization: Please include physical address AND mailing address
For What Purposes Were the Proceeds Used? This line should list the same uses as stated on the Raffle Application.
Names & Addresses of Winners of $25.00 or More: Complete names and address (including street numbers) for winners of all prizes valued at $25 or more.
We, the undersigned, do hereby certify that this report is true and complete. The line with “Accountant” printed beneath it should be signed by whoever is responsible for the Organization’s financial record keeping. This person may also sign on one of the lines marked “1. 2. 3.” The line marked “Signature of Authorized Officer or Member of Organization” must be completed.
NO blank lines are allowed—every line must be completed. The form must be returned in duplicate with original signatures (no photocopies) to the Town Clerk within thirty (30) days of the expiration of the raffle permit. Failure to file the Annual Report shall constitute sufficient grounds for refusal to renew a permit to conduct raffles or bazaars.
Please Note: The Town Clerk’s Office is not involved in the collection of any taxes due on raffles. Organizations should contact the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission, Charitable Gaming Division, (781) 849-5527 for answers to any questions involving payment of these taxes.
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