Orleans, MA · Barnstable County
Raffle Permit Instructions and Application
This packet explains Orleans raffle permit requirements and includes the application, nonprofit certification, and annual report for nonprofit organizations seeking to conduct raffles or bazaars.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The packet explains what an organization must submit to the Town Clerk to apply for an Orleans raffle permit, including a completed application, a notarized statement of nonprofit status, a member list, and a filing fee. It also includes permit and annual report forms, with instructions for reporting raffles and bazaars after the permit expires. The application requires approval by the Chief of Police, and the instructions describe additional reporting deadlines for permit holders.
Who needs it
A nonprofit organization planning to conduct a raffle or bazaar in Orleans needs this packet to apply for a permit and review its reporting requirements.
Why it needs a notary
The permit certification contains a sworn-and-subscribed jurat; the organization’s listed signers must sign the certification before a notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Packet
Get the raffle permit instructions and application from the Town of Orleans Town Clerk’s webpage or the Town Clerk’s Office.
- 2
Complete the Application
Fill in the organization’s details, qualification evidence, responsible members, and intended uses of net proceeds.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange an online notarization for the sworn nonprofit certification and any separate notarized statement required.
- 4
Sign on Video
The required signer appears before the commissioned online notary and signs the certification during the video session.
- 5
Submit to the Town
Provide the required application materials and $15 fee to the Orleans Town Clerk for review and Chief of Police approval.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Orleans. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- Which part of this packet needs notarization?
- The raffle permit certification includes a sworn-and-subscribed jurat. The listed organization signers sign that certification before a notary; the packet separately calls for a notarized statement of nonprofit status.
- How do I apply for an Orleans raffle permit?
- Submit the completed application, notarized statement of nonprofit status, member list, any required prior annual report, and the $15 filing fee to the Town Clerk. The application must be approved by the Chief of Police.
- Do I need to file a report after holding a raffle?
- Yes. The instructions say to file a report of raffles and bazaars with the Town Clerk within 30 days of the permit’s expiration. They also direct permit holders to file a return with the State Lottery Commission within 10 days after an event.
- Can I notarize the certification online?
- Massachusetts permanently authorized remote online notarization for its own notaries effective January 1, 2024, under G.L. c. 222, §§27–29. A commissioned online notary may notarize a signature during an online session; confirm with the city or town clerk if unsure.