As a member of a fraternity or sorority, you often hold fundraisers to raise money for your chapter or a philanthropy you support. While casino nights and poker tournaments are popular, they can sometimes send the wrong message about gambling.
Here are some suggestions for alternative fundraising events:
If you are already planning a casino fundraising event, here are some things to consider:
Additionally, make sure you check with your school to determine if it has policies in place regarding these types of fundraising events, as well as pools, raffles and other gambling-related fundraiser events.
Fraternities and sororities have multiple opportunities to raise awareness of gambling and gambling disorders on campus, including chapter meetings, campus-wide Greek events and in conversations about alcohol and drug abuse. A variety of resources are available that to help with peer education efforts. View tools for peer educators.