Many nonprofits hold events or conduct other fundraising activities in order to raise money. Some of those activities may be subject to other laws.
- Raffles: May require a license (See the Washington State Gambling Commission for more information.)
- Gaming & gambling: May require a license (See the Washington State Gambling Commission for more information.)
- Auctions: May involve paying sales taxes on tangible property
- Alcohol: Requires a liquor license (See the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board for more information.)
Nonprofit Association of Washington’s Liquor, Cannabis, Gambling…and Your Fundraising Event Toolkit has more information about having alcohol, raffles, and gambling at your event, including a chart to help you determine what licenses your organization will need.