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There are many specific requirements and restrictions that apply to Special
Occasion Licenses. The best way to review these requirements is to examine the
application forms or review the Liquor, Cannabis, Gambling...and Your Fundraising
Event toolkit. If underage attendees are present, an addendum must also be filed
and may be found online at https://lcb.wa.gov/sites/default/files/
publications/licensing/forms/LIQ-1314-Special-Occasion-License-Addendum3.doc.
This application (with addendum) is due 60 days before the event. The address for
filing is on the WSLCB information page at https://lcb.wa.gov/licensing/special-
occasion-licenses.

WSLCB recommends that anyone who is unfamiliar with the requirements or
the application process for Special Occasion Licenses contact customer services
staff by calling 360-664-1600. Also, frequently asked questions about Special
Occasion Licenses may be found at https://lcb.wa.gov/licensing/special-occasion-
licenses/faq.

Other Licenses for Nonprofits: There are several other kinds of alcoholic
beverage licenses that may be of interest to arts organizations, private clubs, and in
some cases to other types of nonprofit organizations. The application process
usually involves consultation with WSLCB staff because identifying the right license
can be difficult, and the consequences of starting down the wrong path can be
frustrating especially if fees have been paid, expensive. The telephone number for
the WSLCB is 360-664-1600.

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Nonprofits that are exempt from charitable solicitations registration described above, may
want to register anyway. Donors often check to see if the nonprofit they are considering
donating to are registered with the Secretary of State to verify they are a registered
“charitable organization.”

Resources on Liquor and Cannabis:

• Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board at www.wslcb.wa.gov

• The Liquor, Cannabis, Gambling…and Your Fundraising Event toolkit
(2018)

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