License Name
Alaska Charitable Gaming Permit
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Issuing Country/Region
United States – Alaska
Regulatory Body
Alaska Department of Revenue, Tax Division
Types of Regulated Games
Pull-tabs, bingo, raffles, classics, fish derbies, moose derbies, Calcutta pools, certain animal and event-themed classics, and other charity-focused games
Market Coverage
Local
Regulator's Reputation
Good
Legal Entity Requirements
Organization must be a qualified non-profit as defined under AS 05.15.690(39), with a continuous three-year operational history and at least 25 Alaskan resident members
Directors and Shareholders Requirements
Primary Member-in-Charge and Alternate Member-in-Charge required; both must be Alaskan residents and pass the gaming permit test
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Requirements
Financial records and separation of gaming proceeds required; compliance with state monitoring and recordkeeping
Reporting Requirements
Accurate, regular reports to the Department of Revenue; detailed records of gross receipts, expenses, and distributions
Audit Requirements
Subject to audits and reviews by the Department of Revenue
Software Certification Requirements
Paper pull-tabs and physical games regulated; electronic or digital gaming strictly limited and subject to additional scrutiny
Payment System Requirements
Separate bank account labeled “Gaming” with at least two authorized signatories for all gaming-related transactions
Server Location Requirements
Not applicable for paper-based games; digital gaming restricted
Domain Name Requirements
Not specified
Language Support Requirements
English for all records and regulatory correspondence
Legal Compliance Costs
Estimated $10,000+ per year for compliance, accounting, and legal services for larger operators
Background Checks
Criminal and financial background checks on key personnel; disqualification for certain felonies and gambling law violations
License Scope Restrictions
Limited to charitable/non-profit gaming activities only; strict limitations on commercial or for-profit gambling
Jurisdictional Tax Compliance
Organizations benefit from tax-exempt status on net proceeds used for qualifying charitable purposes
Player Data Storage Requirements
Records related to player transactions must be maintained for state audits
License Application Transparency
Process is outlined publicly by the Department of Revenue and online application system
Regulatory Contact Point
Tax Division, Alaska Department of Revenue
Compliance Officer Requirement
Member-in-Charge and Alternate Member-in-Charge serve compliance functions
Legal Dispute Resolution
Subject to administrative hearings and state law
License Transferability
Licenses are not transferable to another entity
Sub-Licensing Rules
Sub-licensing is not permitted
License Cost
Initial fees $500–$2,500 depending on gross receipts
Annual Fees
$300–$1,500 depending on organization size and activity
Income Taxes
Tax-exempt for qualifying charitable gaming when proceeds go to permitted uses
Financial Guarantees
Operators may need surety bond, cash, or real estate as security ranging from $25,000 to $100,000 based on scale of operations
Financial Reporting Requirements
Detailed annual financial reports required for license renewal
Application Processing Time
Typically several weeks, depending on documentation completeness and background checks
Required Documents
Three years of year-end minutes or bank statements; voided “Gaming” check; bank signature card; articles of incorporation or partnership agreement; IRS tax exemption letter; bylaws; membership lists; gaming plan
Business Plan Requirements
Operational and financial plans demonstrating use of proceeds for charitable purposes
Internal Policy Requirements
Policies for financial controls and responsible allocation of proceeds
Testing Requirements
Permittee Gaming Test for Primary and Alternate Members-in-Charge, and Gaming Manager if conducting certain activities
Staff Qualifications
Primary and Alternate Members-in-Charge must pass testing and be Alaska residents
Physical Office Requirements
Not mandatory, but an in-state address is required
Local Representative Requirements
Not mandatory; members in charge must be local residents
Marketing Restrictions
Marketing limited by the charitable focus and state advertising rules
Responsible Gaming Measures
Oversight of gaming to benefit charitable causes; age and membership restrictions enforced
Self-Exclusion System
Not specified
Age Verification Procedures
Minimum age for gaming operation personnel is 21; minimum participant age varies by game
KYC Procedures
Not specified for player participants, but detailed organizational controls required
Customer Support Standards
Not specified
Complaint Handling Procedures
Administrative recourse through Department of Revenue
Player Funds Protection
All gaming funds kept in a separate, designated account
Payout Timelines
Operator must distribute proceeds to permittee within 15 days after the month of gaming activity
Bonus and Promotion Regulations
Subject to state restrictions on inducements and charitable gaming rules
Permitted Games List
Bingo, pull-tabs, raffles, classics, fish derbies, moose derbies, Calcutta pools, other charitable contests
Betting Limits
Overall annual prize payouts capped at $2,000,000 for pull-tabs, raffles, classics, and derbies; $840,000 for bingo
RTP Requirements
Not specified
Jackpot Regulations
Subject to overall annual payout limitations
Live Game Requirements
Not specified beyond state law prohibitions
Mobile App Compliance
Not permitted; Alaska does not license online or mobile gambling
Affiliate Program Rules
Not specified
Security Standards
Secure financial management and bank controls required
Backup Requirements
Not specified
Operation Logging
Detailed accounting and transaction records required
Anti-Fraud Systems
Compliance with reporting and background checks
Hosting Requirements
Not relevant; digital gaming not permitted
Uptime Requirements
Not specified
License Duration
Valid until December 31 of the licensing year
Renewal Procedure
Annual renewal through Revenue Online system; must submit updated records and pay renewal fee
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Suspension, fines up to $10,000, or license revocation for violations
Ownership Change Rules
Not permitted
Dispute Arbitration
Administrative hearings per state law
Staff Training Requirements
Mandatory gaming permit tests for Members-in-Charge and Gaming Managers
Official Address
Alaska Department of Revenue, 333 Willoughby Avenue, 11th Floor, Juneau, AK 99801
Postal Address
PO Box 110400, Juneau, AK 99811-0400
Online Application Portal
https://online-tax.alaska.gov
FAQ Question 1
What is Alaska Charitable Gaming Permit?
FAQ Answer 1
A state-issued license that allows qualified non-profit organizations to legally conduct charitable gaming activities like bingo, pull-tabs, and raffles.
FAQ Question 2
Which jurisdiction issues Alaska Charitable Gaming Permit?
FAQ Answer 2
The permit is issued by the Alaska Department of Revenue, Tax Division.
FAQ Question 3
What is the cost of obtaining Alaska Charitable Gaming Permit?
FAQ Answer 3
The initial application fee ranges from $500 to $2,500; annual renewal fees are $300 to $1,500 based on organization size and activity.
FAQ Question 4
What are the main requirements for Alaska Charitable Gaming Permit?
FAQ Answer 4
The organization must be a qualified non-profit with at least 25 Alaska residents, three years of continuous operation, provide financial and legal documentation, appoint Members-in-Charge, and pass the state’s gaming permit test.