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Temporary Liquor Permit for Noncommercial Entity (For Fundraisers)

The Temporary Liquor Permit for Noncommerical Entity (LTN) is most commonly used for fundraisers. Please apply at least two weeks before your event, but it is never too early to apply.

This permit allows noncommercial entities (like charities, religious organizations, parent-teacher organizations, etc.) to sell beer, cider, wine, and spirits at fundraising events or social gatherings. The proceeds of the event or gathering must be used to support the tax-exempt activities of the noncommercial entity. If no money is collected, the event must still support the entity’s mission (for example, raising awareness about the sponsored cause).

This permit also allows noncommercial entities to auction beer, cider, wine, or spirits. The auction can be conducted in-person at an event or online. The proceeds of the auction must be used to support the tax-exempt activities of the noncommercial entity. Note: This permit does not allow you to raffle alcohol. The raffling of any type of alcoholic beverage is prohibited by municipal statutes. Learn more about municipal authority in Connecticut. 

Learn more about temporary permits  

What is not allowed?

The Temporary Liquor Permit for Non-Commercial Entity (LTN) does not allow manufacturers to show up to your event and sell alcohol and keep the profits of what they sell. If manufacturers want to keep money from the sale of alcohol from your event, then you should consider a Festival Permit.   

Example: You want to hold a two-day beer tasting event to fundraise for your charity. You’ll charge tickets to gain entry to the event, and the event will be attended by CT breweries. The breweries will do tastings and sell their beer; the breweries keep their own profits. You need both a temporary nonprofit permit (for your ticket sales) and a festival permit (for the manufacturers to attend and keep their profit). If the manufacturers donate all their profits or donate the beer used at the event, then a festival permit is not necessary and you only need the temporary nonprofit permit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Do I need a liquor permit for a fundraiser? 
  • What are the hours of service for a temporary noncommerical liquor permit? 
  • How do I obtain alcoholic beverages for my event? 
  • How long is a temporary permit good for and how much does it cost? 
  • Who can apply for a non-profit fundraising liquor permit? 

Application Help

  • Application requirements 
  • How to apply for the Temporary Liquor Permit for Noncommercial Entity (LTN) 
  • Required form: Temporary Noncommerical Permit 
  • View application forms 
  • Glossary of commonly used terms for liquor applications 
  • Apply now 
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