We’re always available to walk you through the process! Give us a call if the information below doesn’t answer your specific question.
Are you running in-person games right now?
Yes, we are conducting in-person charity fundraisers. Nonprofits are looking for ways to reengage their audience and poker is coming back. We are able to accommodated up to 200 players.
Is charity poker legal in California?
Yes. Nonprofits must apply for a permit through the State to hold an event and follow some guidelines. It sounds daunting, but it’s really not that difficult. We can walk you through the process. To be eligible for a permit in California, your nonprofit must have been in existence for three years or longer. The permit fee is $100. There are some other restrictions on prizes and how we conduct the tournament but we can explain that over the phone. There is a link to the Department of Justice information below if you want to read up.
Prize restrictions? I have a sponsor who will donate a new car. Can I use that as a prize?
In California, no. The law caps the value of any individual prize at $500 and the total prize pool at $5,000.
That is a stupid rule.
Yes, we agree.
Are casino night fundraisers legal?
Many of the casino fundraisers you see advertised are, in fact, not technically legal. To use gambling for fundraising you need a permit. The only permit available in California excludes games like blackjack, craps, and roulette because there is a “house” representation. However, we do offer many poker-based games that are covered by the permit and can be used for fundraising purposes.
Of course! You can submit a quote request or call us directly.
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