Charitable Gaming in Washington

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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 Washington.

Washington Charitable Gaming Licenses

Game Type:

Bingo, raffles, casino nights, amusement games, and other games of chance.

Agency:Washington State Gambling Commission
Organization Age Requirement:

12 months of continuous existence immediately preceeding licensure.

Initial Registration

Agency:Washington State Gambling Commission
Form:

Form GC4-028: Application - Non-Profit Organization

Agency Fee:

See fee schedule.

Notes:

Washington allows charities to conduct a number of gaming activities for charitable purposes.

Registration Renewal

Agency:Washington State Gambling Commission
Form:

Form GC4-055: Application - Annual Renewal - Non-Profit Organization

Agency Fee:

See fee schedule.

Due:

Annually

Revised August 16, 2021. Complete data last reviewed January 10, 2018.