diff --git a/Matrix_Quote_Board/matrix_quote_board.py b/Matrix_Quote_Board/matrix_quote_board.py
index 362616016..df7bb0612 100644
--- a/Matrix_Quote_Board/matrix_quote_board.py
+++ b/Matrix_Quote_Board/matrix_quote_board.py
@@ -61,7 +61,7 @@ def update_data():
         print(error)
 
     if not quotes or not colors:
-        raise "Please add at least one quote and color to your feeds"
+        raise RuntimeError("Please add at least one quote and color to your feeds")
     matrixportal.set_text(" ", 1)