1. About RaiseUP Poker is a fundraising and community-based poker organization dedicated to supporting:
Youth sports programs
Educational initiatives
Child development opportunities
Community outreach efforts
Funds raised through events, sponsorships, donations, and tournaments may help support nonprofit organizations, youth athletes, and community programs.
2. Eligibility
By using this Website or participating in any RaiseUP Poker event, you confirm that:
You are at least 18 years old or the minimum legal age required in your jurisdiction
You may legally participate in poker-related events where you reside
All registration information you provide is accurate and complete
RaiseUP Poker reserves the right to refuse service, registration, or participation to anyone at its discretion.
3. Tournament Participation
All tournaments hosted or promoted by RaiseUP Poker are subject to official tournament rules and event structures, including:
Texas Hold’em tournament rules
Buy-ins and donation structures
Blind levels and time limits
Re-entry or add-on policies (if applicable)
Prize distributions
Final table chop agreements
Tournament Directors and event staff maintain final authority over:
Rule interpretations
Disputes
Seating assignments
Player conduct
Tournament decisions
Their decisions are final.
4. Donations, Buy-Ins & Prize Pools
Tournament buy-ins and sponsorship contributions may be treated as charitable donations or fundraising participation fees where applicable.
By submitting payment:
You acknowledge that funds may support community or youth development programs
Entry fees are generally non-refundable unless an event is canceled
Prize pools may vary depending on attendance, sponsorships, and event structures
Guaranteed prize amounts may be modified if minimum participation requirements are not met.
5. Compliance With Laws
RaiseUP Poker intends to conduct events in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws related to charitable gaming and fundraising.
Users and participants are solely responsible for:
Understanding laws in their jurisdiction
Determining whether participation is legal where they reside
Paying any applicable taxes on winnings
RaiseUP Poker makes no guarantee regarding legality outside its operating jurisdictions.
6. User Conduct
Users agree not to:
Cheat, collude, or manipulate tournament outcomes
Harass, threaten, or abuse other players or staff
Use racist, hateful, discriminatory, or offensive behavior
Damage event venues or property
Use bots, unauthorized software, or exploit systems
Engage in illegal activity through the Website
Violation may result in:
Immediate removal from events
Account suspension or termination
Permanent banning from future participation
Possible legal action
No refunds will be issued for violations.
7. Media & Promotional Release
By participating in RaiseUP Poker events, you grant RaiseUP Poker permission to:
Photograph, livestream, or record events
Use your name, image, voice, or likeness in promotional materials
Publish media on websites, social media, streaming services, or advertisements
You waive any right to compensation related to such media usage.
8. Website Usage
You agree not to:
Attempt unauthorized access to servers, accounts, or systems
Introduce malware, viruses, or harmful code
Copy, distribute, or reproduce Website content without permission
Interfere with Website functionality or security
RaiseUP Poker reserves the right to suspend access to any user violating these Terms.
9. Sponsorships & Advertising
Sponsors and advertisers acknowledge:
Contributions support fundraising efforts and operational costs
Sponsorship placement is determined at RaiseUP Poker’s discretion
Separate written agreements may apply to sponsorship packages
RaiseUP Poker reserves the right to reject sponsorships inconsistent with its mission or community standards.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, RaiseUP Poker and its owners, staff, volunteers, sponsors, affiliates, and partners shall not be liable for:
Personal injury
Property damage
Financial loss
Technical failures
Website interruptions
Tournament disputes
Event cancellations
Unauthorized third-party actions
Participation in tournaments and use of the Website are at your own risk.
11. Refund Policy
Unless otherwise stated:
Tournament entries and donations are non-refundable
Cancelled events may receive refunds or credits at organizer discretion
Participants removed for misconduct are not entitled to refunds
12. Intellectual Property
All RaiseUP Poker branding, logos, graphics, event materials, and Website content are the intellectual property of RaiseUP Poker unless otherwise stated.
Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution is prohibited.
13. Privacy
Use of the Website may involve collection of personal information including:
Names
Email addresses
Payment details
Registration information
Information is used solely for event operations, communication, marketing, and fundraising purposes in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
14. Changes to These Terms
RaiseUP Poker reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Updated Terms become effective immediately upon posting to the Website.
Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of updated Terms.
15. Contact Information
For questions regarding these Terms & Conditions:
RaiseUP Poker
Website: RaiseUPPoker.com
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