Football squares raffle rules in Nevada

Are charitable football raffles legal in Nevada?

Nevada allows charitable “lotteries” (raffles) for qualified nonprofits that register with the Gaming Control Board; there's no fee under $100,000 in annual prizes.

Nevada's charitable raffles are governed by Nevada Revised Statutes ch. 462 (Charitable Lotteries). Regulator: Nevada Gaming Control Board.

Do you need to register to run a raffle in Nevada?

Register with the Gaming Control Board before running a charitable lottery/raffle. Organizations awarding under $100,000 in prizes during the calendar year register on Form ENF-116 with no fee; those awarding $100,000 or more use Form ENF-115 and pay a per-drawing-day fee.

Keep records of any prize winner over $1,000 for three years from the date the prize was won.

Can you sell raffle tickets online in Nevada?

Nevada regulates charitable lotteries through the Gaming Control Board; sell tickets in person unless another method is authorized.

Who can run a charitable raffle in Nevada?

Qualified charitable or nonprofit organizations (a separate track exists for qualified professional sports organizations).

How do you stay compliant in Nevada?

• Register with the Gaming Control Board before your drawing (Form ENF-116 under $100k).
• Pay the per-day fee only if you award $100,000 or more in prizes for the year.
• Keep records of winners over $1,000 for three years.
• Use the proceeds for your organization's charitable purposes.

Nevada doesn't set a fixed percentage here, but proceeds must support the qualified organization's charitable purposes.