Football squares raffle rules in South Dakota

Are charitable football raffles legal in South Dakota?

South Dakota allows charitable raffles as an exception to its gambling ban — no state license, but you must give your local government advance written notice.

South Dakota's charitable raffles are governed by South Dakota Codified Laws ch. 22-25 (bingo/lottery for charitable purposes). Regulator: local municipality or county (South Dakota consumer protection oversight).

Do you need to register to run a raffle in South Dakota?

There's no state raffle license, but a nonprofit must give written notice to the municipality or county where the drawing is held at least 30 days before selling any tickets. If tickets are sold statewide, also notify the Secretary of State.

Can you sell raffle tickets online in South Dakota?

South Dakota allows charitable raffles by qualified nonprofits with local notice; sell tickets in person unless another method is authorized.

Who can run a charitable raffle in South Dakota?

Congressionally chartered veterans' organizations; religious, charitable, educational, or fraternal organizations; local civic or service clubs; political parties; volunteer fire departments; and qualifying political committees.

How do you stay compliant in South Dakota?

• Give your municipality or county written notice at least 30 days before selling tickets.
• Notify the Secretary of State too if you sell statewide.
• Run the raffle through a qualifying nonprofit or charitable entity.
• Use the proceeds for the organization's purposes.

South Dakota doesn't set a fixed percentage here, but the raffle must be run by and for a qualifying charitable organization.