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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