The Oregon Lottery reminds the public that no matter the time of year, you must be at least 18 years old to play.
Sales experience a spike each holiday season as people buy tickets as stocking stuffers, gift tags and easy-to-give gifts.
“While we put added emphasis on this during the holidays, it is simply part of how we promote our games year-round,” said Oregon Lottery Senior Marketing Product Manager Stacy Shaw, also a board member of the Oregon Council on Problem Gambling. “We believe that responsible gaming is for all customers, all the time.”
The Oregon Lottery and lotteries worldwide are partnering this season with the National Council on Problem Gambling and the International Centre for Youth Gambling Problems and High-Risk Behaviors at Canada’s McGill University to promote giving lottery tickets responsibly.
Oregon Lottery proceeds provide funding for free, confidential and effective problem gambling treatment programs statewide.
For more information, visit http://www.oregonlottery.org/about/help.