N.S. charities using online raffle site will now face new ‘piece of red tape’
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An animal rescue charity in Nova Scotia says changes to an online platform that runs raffles – now requiring ticket buyers to verify their location – is a 'kick in the stomach.'
Some charities in Nova Scotia are expressing concern about changes to an online platform that runs raffles, with one animal rescuer calling it a “kick in the stomach.”
Angela Welburn, the owner of Integrity’s Haven Equine Rescue Centre, uses online raffles as a way to support her organization.
The Chester Basin, N.S., charity takes in sick pets — mostly seniors — from horses to donkeys and zonkeys.
Welburn says operating the charity means steep costs for feed, housing and veterinary care.
“My expenses outweigh my donations and my income. So I’m always in the red. It’s quite hurtful. I’ve used most of all of my savings during COVID,” she said.
Welburn brings in the bulk of funds through the charity’s clothing donation bins, but also relies on fundraisers, including raffles.
She was recently notified of a policy change through the online platform Rafflebox, which helps charities and non-profits fundraise. The exact whereabouts of the buyer now need to be verified by location services and must be located in the province.
“It’s just another kick in the stomach,” she said. “I’m a registered charity and I’m doing everything I can — including killing myself basically — and then to have this piece of red tape.”
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