NPDF FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about NPDF
Winning Together: Online Gaming Platform for Nonprofits
1) We don’t have a national raffle license. How can you run these raffles on our behalf?
• No national raffle license needed—we hold and manage the license for our draws.
• We operate under our fully internationally compliant online gaming license.
• Our team handles all regulatory and banking requirements and compliance.
2) What are the requirements to participate?
• Your main job is to promote the raffle through your website, email, and social media.
• We handle logistics, compliance, sales, and platform management.
• Custom landing page provided for a seamless supporter experience.
3) What does it cost?
• No upfront costs—30% of gross sales covers all operational expenses, including payment processing,
cross-border payments, technical platform management, licensing, compliance and regulatory fees,
and customer service.
• The remaining 70% is split equally between your organization and the raffle winner.
• No hidden fees: risk-free model maximizes your net proceeds.
4) How do we have to spend the proceeds?
• Proceeds are completely unrestricted funds. Unlike regional gaming, there are no rules for spending money.
• You are the beneficiary and can allocate the funds as you see fit.
5) How long to get the proceeds?
• Raffle ends at a predetermined date and time.
• System generates a certified random winner, reconciles sales, and reports payouts promptly.
• Receive a report and information regarding payment within 3–5 business days of raffle completion.
6) How long does it take to make the raffle live?
• Launch is possible within 7–10 business days after setup and approvals.
• Steps: provide details, customize the campaign, review, and approve.
• Full support and resources available for seamless setup.
7) How much can a raffle like this make for our organization?
• Results depend on audience engagement and promotion strength.
• Example: The Edmonton Oilers’ raffle in 2024 earned over $10 million in just a few days.
• Online gaming in Canada is a multi-billion-dollar industry; globally, it’s in the hundreds of billions.
8) What payment methods do you accept?
• The primary payment method is Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) using Interac for security and reliability.
• Visa and MasterCard are considered, but EFT is standard due to fewer chargebacks and greater
reliability, security and transparency.
9) Can we be the beneficiary of more than one raffle per year?
• Yes, you may run raffles once a year, several times a year, or even continuously.
• Each raffle follows the same easy process—just focus on promoting it.
10) Are you a third-party fundraising group? Are you licensed?
• Yes, we are a licensed, bonded third-party fundraising group. We are fully independent and ensure compliance meets all requirements.
• Our platform empowers nonprofits with unrestricted, risk-free revenue.
