Fundraiser registration application procedures.
San José Municipal Code § 16.50.050
in effect16.50.050 - Fundraiser registration application procedures.
A. Each Eligible Nonprofit Organization shall apply for a nonprofit fundraiser registration with the Administrator at least fourteen (14) Business Days prior to the day the fundraiser is to be held.
B. The Eligible Nonprofit Organization, by a responsible fiduciary of the organization or other natural person authorized to sign on behalf of and legally bind the organization, shall:
1. Complete an application provided by the Administrator which shall include a signed permission authorizing the Administrator or his or her authorized representative to have immediate access to enter upon and inspect the premises upon which the nonprofit organization fundraiser is to be held and any equipment and supplies to be used in the playing of Controlled Games at the fundraiser, and to inspect and copy any records or documents required to be maintained under this Title or State Gambling Law;
2. Provide proof of current, valid registration with the California Department of Justice;
3. Provide any other information, records, or documentation that the Administrator may require; and
4. Certify the contents of the application under penalty of perjury.
C. A registration fee or renewal fee as set forth in the Schedule of Fees established by Resolution of the City Council shall be paid together with the registration application.
D. A registration application shall be deemed incomplete and shall not be acted upon by the Administrator if:
1. The application form submitted by the nonprofit organization is incomplete;
2. The nonprofit organization does not have a current, valid registration with the California Department of Justice;
3. The registration fee or renewal fee has not been paid; or
4. The nonprofit organization has refused, failed or neglected to provide such other information as the Administrator may require.
E. Registration shall be valid for a period of one (1) year from the date of issuance.
F. Registration is subject to annual renewal.
(Ords. 28517, 30616.)
Source: City of San José, Municipal Code (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/ca/san_jose/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIT16GACO_CH16.50NOORFU_16.50.050FUREAPPRFetched: 11/1/2026