In accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 271 Section 7A all organizations holding a raffle or bazaar as a fundraiser must obtain a Permit to conduct a Raffle and/or Bazaar from the City of Newton.

Application

An Application Packet can be mailed to you, or printed here: Download Application Packet

For more information please contact City Clerk Staff at 617-796-1200.

Mail to City Clerk's Office, or drop off in the white mailbox in front of City Hall

Massachusetts Law

There are several restrictions and reporting requirements, please click on the links below to review all of the restrictions and the application process.

• Massachusetts General Law Chapter 271 Section 7A - Raffles and Bazaars; conduct by certain organizations

Information

Please Note: Once submitted, applications take approximately 2 weeks to process. Please plan accordingly. Permits are valid for one year from the date of issue.

The application fee is $10.00. Checks should be payable to the City of Newton. The Clerk's Office also accepts cash or credit card.

Raffle & Bazaar applicants must complete a "Notice of Issuance of: Raffle and/or Bazaar License." This form will be processed with the application and forwarded to the Mass Lottery/Charitable Gaming Department.  

EACH responsible member of the organization must complete a notarized "Declaration of Qualified Applicants" form. This is included in the Raffle & Bazaar Application Packet.

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