# Receiving Funds

### Raffle Status Requirements

#### For Online Draws

* Must complete system draw
* Raffle status automatically changes to "Drawn"

#### For Manual Draws

* Enter winning ticket numbers in Draw Panel
* Required to change raffle status to "Drawn"
* Necessary for fund processing

### Fund Processing Timeline

#### Standard Processing

* Within two business days of drawn status
* Remittance includes:
  * Net proceeds = gross ticket proceeds 
    * Less service fees
    * Less activation fees
    * Plus 100% of service fee assistance donations

#### VIC and WA Raffles

* Final payment is balance after weekly installments already remitted
* Weekly payments previously disbursed as required by regulations

### Documentation Access

#### Available Documents

* System Generated Raffle Invoice (Account tab)
* Sales Reports (Raffle Reports tab)
* Weekly Card Sales Summary Report (Account tab - if applicable)
* Draw Results email (for system-conducted draws)

#### Important Notes

* Documents accessible for 90 days
* After 90 days:
  * Data archived
  * Becomes inaccessible through portal
  * Must contact RaffleLink for access

### Financial Considerations

#### Cash Sales

* Deposit directly into benefiting organization's account
* Not processed through RaffleLink

#### Permit Requirements

* Check if financial return needed for government
* Submit promptly to avoid delays
* May affect future permit issuance

### Marketing Information

* Sales Report includes consent column
* Shows which buyers agreed to future contact
* Use for compliant future marketing

### Support

* Contact available for proceeds questions
* Reference guides available:
  * [How to read tax invoice](https://help.rafflelink.com.au/managing-your-raffle/proceeds-and-finances/documentation/how-to-read-your-tax-invoice)
  * [Understanding sales reports](https://help.rafflelink.com.au/managing-your-raffle/proceeds-and-finances/documentation/how-navigate-your-sales-report)
* Support team ready to assist

***Important:** Archive deadline at 90 days - ensure all necessary documents are downloaded before archival*