Fundraisers and Donations
I Want to Host a Fundraiser at Tenn Pin Alley. Now What?
Fill out the Tenn Pin Alley Fundraiser application form above. Be sure to include links to any applicable websites or social pages.
For 501(c)3 Organizations:
- A valid 501(c)3 taxpayer ID is required.
- We will validate your taxpayer ID against the government 501(c)3 list at www.irs.gov.
- We recommend fundraiser applications be submitted approximately 60 days in advance.
- You will receive an email response regarding your application within 7 business days of submission.
- Once approved, we’ll send you an email confirmation along with a customized Tenn Pin Alley Fundraiser flyer.
For Non-501(c)3 Organizations:
- You’ll need your organization’s Tax ID number.
- We recommend fundraiser applications be submitted approximately 60 days in advance.
- A completed W-9 must be sent to events@tennpin.com
- You will receive an email response regarding your application within 7 business days of submission.
- If your organization earns more than $600 in a calendar year, an IRS 1099 miscellaneous income form will be sent to the address provided on the W-9 for tax reporting purposes.
- Once approved, we’ll send you an email confirmation along with a customized Tenn Pin Alley Fundraiser flyer.
How Does It Work?
- Distribute flyers via email, social media or in person. Guests must bring their flyer (printed or digital) to Tenn Pin Alley for their purchase to count towards your fundraiser.
- Your organization will earn 20% of each qualifying sale when the flyer is presented at checkout on the night of your event!
- Your event must generate a minimum of $250 in net sales for a donation to be made.
- Fundraiser checks will be issued 4-6 weeks after the event.
What Types of Organizations Qualify?
Any non-profit organization is eligible to participate.
For 501(c)3 Organizations:
- Donations earned will not be taxed for non-profits recognized as tax-exempt under section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code.
For Non-501(c)3 Organizations:
- If your organization earns more than $600 in a calendar year, a 1099 will be issued for tax reporting purposes.
Who may want to hold a fundraiser:
- Sports Teams
- Booster Clubs
- Boy Scouts & Girl Scouts
- Cheerleading Squads
- Churches
- Sports Teams
- Parent Teacher Organizations
- Schools & Extracurricular Activities
- Sororities/Fraternities
To check if your organization qualifies for 501(c)3 status, visit the IRS website.
How Does My Organization Earn Money?
20% of all bowling, mini golf and go-kart sales (pre-tax) related to your event will be donated directly to your organization.
Fundraiser checks are issued 4-6 weeks after your event. Gift card purchases, food and drinks and alcoholic beverages are not eligible toward fundraiser sales.
When Can We Hold Our Event?
This will vary from season to season. Once you submit your inquiry, one of our event specialists will contact you regarding available dates and times.
How Do We Promote Our Event?
- Share flyers via email, social media and in newsletters.
- Announce your fundraiser on your website and include a downloadable flyer.
- Send an email blast to family, friends and colleagues.
- Contact your local newspaper to spread the word.
- Distribute flyers at community events, meetings and sporting games.
- Announce the fundraiser on PA systems at local gatherings
- The more people that attend, the more funds your organization will raise!
Important: Flyers may not be distributed inside Tenn Pin Alley, within 100 yards of the venue, or in the parking lot before or during your event.
