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Running a raffle

FOR Rotherham Hospice

Thank you for choosing to fundraise for Rotherham Hospice!

Raffles are a great way to raise funds. It really is a doddle to run one as part of your event – you just need to read through a few quick rules first.

  • Before you start a raffle, you’ll need a letter of authority from Rotherham Hospice to prove that you’re fundraising for a charity – it’s easy, just email fundraising@rotherhamhospice.org.uk and we’ll be happy to write one for you.
  • Then, you need to stick to the following raffle guidelines. They’re here to protect you while you hold your raffle, and they might be different depending on the kind of raffle or competition you’re holding.

In England, Wales, and Scotland, the simplest way is to have a standard raffle. This is one you’ve probably taken part in yourself, and it doesn’t need a license. But to run one of these, you must:

  • Hold the raffle as part of a bigger event, like a quiz night, coffee morning or charity ball.
  • Tickets must be sold only at the event, and the prize draw must take place at the event too.
  • Spend less than £100 of the proceeds organising the raffle, and less than £500 on prizes (so it’s best to ask for donations).
  • Sell tickets at the same price to everybody.

We recommend having a quick read of the legal requirements for raffles and competitions. 

Visit the Gambling Commission website then search for ‘raffle event’.

If you’d like to know more about raffle guidelines, please contact our Fundraising team on 01709 308 900 or email fundraising@RotherhamHospice.org.uk.

Why you support matters

Rotherham Hospice cares for families experiencing an end-of-life illness, both physically and emotionally. As a charity, Rotherham Hospice needs to raise £3 million each year to fund vital end-of-life services. We can only do it thanks to our amazing supporters like you.

Read more stories about how your support impacts Rotherham families here.