This cannot be circumvented by placing “donation” or “suggested donation” on tickets as this would means you do not require payment or a donation in order to be entered into the drawing. Any activity that involves the elements of consideration, prize, and chance is gambling and illegal unless authorized by Wisconsin Law.Ĭonsideration is required payment with anything of value cash, canned items, and so on.
Wisconsin law permits tribal gaming and licensed charitable bingo and raffles.