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Charitable gaming refers to bingos, raffles, and a variety of other games of chance
being conducted for charitable purposes. This guide contains information about charitable
gaming in Michigan.
Michigan Charity Game Ticket License
Game Type:
Pull-tabs
Agency:
Michigan State Lottery - Charitable Gaming Division
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:
Not Set
Exam Required?
Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?
Not Set
Initial Registration
Agency:
Michigan State Lottery - Charitable Gaming Division
Michigan State Lottery - Charitable Gaming Division
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:
Not Set
Notes:
Licensing is a two step process in Michigan. Organizations must first apply to qualify as an organization, then qualifying organizations can apply for gaming licenses.
Exam Required?
Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?
Not Set
Initial Registration
Agency:
Michigan State Lottery - Charitable Gaming Division
There is no specific requirement to update an organization's qualification, however, charities may be required to submit periodic updates to the information on file with the state.
More information: Michigan State Lottery - Charitable Gaming Division
Michigan Raffle License
Game Type:
Raffles
Agency:
Michigan State Lottery - Charitable Gaming Division
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:
Not Set
Notes:
Charities holding a raffle event at more than one location will need a separate raffle license for each location.
Exam Required?
Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?
Not Set
Initial Registration
Agency:
Michigan State Lottery - Charitable Gaming Division
Varies by number of drawings and prizes offered: 1) If the total value of prizes awarded in a day is $500 or less, fee is $15 for up to 3 events + $5 for each additional event. 2) If the total value of prizes awarded in a day is more than $500, fee is $50 for each drawing event.
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Raffle licenses are issued for specific events dates and do not need to be renewed.
More information: Michigan State Lottery - Charitable Gaming Division
Michigan Special Bingo License
Game Type:
Bingo
Agency:
Michigan State Lottery - Charitable Gaming Division
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:
Not Set
Exam Required?
Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?
Not Set
Initial Registration
Agency:
Michigan State Lottery - Charitable Gaming Division
Special bingo licenses cannot be renewed, but an organization can hold up to 4 special license per calendar year.
More information: Michigan State Lottery - Charitable Gaming Division
Filing Fees
Filing fees depend on your individual situation. We do our best to calculate your filing fees
upfront and collect those fees today so we can get started. Your specialist will determine your
exact filing fees and invoice additional fees if required.
