To the best of my knowledge, in Pennsylvania purchase of a raffle ticket is NOT tax-deductible. 
 
Best to consult a tax-attorney if at all possible. There is an organization in the Philadelphia area that is named something along the lines of "lawyers for the arts" or "lawyers for nonprofits", whereby lawyers will do some pro bono work for nonprofits. I don't know if this is just a local phenomenon or if it is part of a regional or national body. There is a $75 fee, but that is far more affordable than $150+/hr.
 
Nancy Powell
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Is the purchase of a raffle ticket tax deductible?

 

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Come see our new exhibit "Textile Mills, Baseball, and Strong Communities: Floyd's Professional Baseball of the 1930's and 40's."  This fun exhibit explores two of the most difficult decades in American history by looking at the special place that baseball held in the hearts of the textile mill communities in the Rome area.  Runs through January 2004.

 

A separate permanent exhibit created by DH Advertising and a team of community members was recently installed at the new State Mutual Stadium.  It highlights the general history of baseball in the area from the mid-1800's to present.  Be sure to see this other great baseball exhibit the next time you see a Rome Braves home game.

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