Modernizing charitable gaming means more chances for charity in your community

The Importance of Modernizing Pennsylvania
Small Games of Chance

More Revenue for Charitable Organizations

  • More game options to attract more players.

  • Electronic versions of paper games boost member engagement and enrollment.

Enhanced Community Impact

  • Greater funding for American Legions and VFWs to support and honor their members.

  • More help fo local programs, scholarships, and community organizations.

Keeping Pennsylvania Competitive

  • Meeting expectations for convenience and accessibility.

  • Aligning with game offerings in neighboring states.

Paper Pull Tabs

Electronic Pull Tabs

General FAQ

  • Charitable gaming - also called small games of chance - includes regulated and licensed low-dollar games available to Pennsylvania non-profits. Charitable gaming is just that - all funds raised can only be used to support non-profit and charitable causes.

  • Paper pull-tabs

    Raffles and drawings

    Punch boards

    Pools

  • Electronic pull-tabs

    Expanded paper games including:

    • Event games

    • Pick-board games

    • Subset pull-tabs

    • Progressive pull-tab games

  • Revenue from charitable gaming can support a wide variety of initiatives including veteran services, youth scholarships, disaster relief, community events, public projects, donations to 501(c)(3) organizations, and more. See direct examples of how revenue is making community impact in our Testimonials.

  • Electronic pull-tabs, also known as e-tabs, are digital versions of traditional paper pull-tab games. Played on an electronic device, typically a tablet or cabinet, they function just as their paper counterparts.

    E-tabs simply replicate a paper pull-tab experience by revealing pre-set pull-tabs electronically on a large and screen rather than small traditional paper tickets.

    The game structure and prize amounts remain consistent with paper pull-tab games, but e-tabs offer a contemporary and efficient way to play. 

    Clubs benefit from e-tabs because they sell out every deal, ensuring optimal charitable gaming revenue while eliminating the need to count an store unsold pull-tabs. 

    E-tabs are not allowed to replicate slot machines, video gaming terminals, or skill games.

  • No! This has not been the case in other states where e-tabs are present. In fact, many organizations have reported an increase in paper pull tab sales.

  • E-tabs, like their paper counterparts, have a predetermined number of winners in each set.

    Pull-tabs, like all charitable gaming, is regulated and licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue.

  • No, e-tabs are a modern adaptation of a game that Pennsylvania’s nonprofit organizations have been legally allowed to operate since 1988. As such, e-tabs would fall under the existing regulatory framework. 

  • Kentucky, Maryland, Minnesota, Mississippi, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, and Virginia.

  • In the ever-evolving digital age, nonprofit organizations should be allowed to explore innovative avenues to grow and expand their impact. Introducing e-tabs alongside expanded traditional paper counterparts offers numerous benefits to help charities and non-profits raise funds for essential resources in their communities from youth sports, educational scholarships, new fire and service vehicles and more.

Charitable Club FAQ

  • The equipment will be provided by a distributor specially licensed to install and service the devices and the system. There is no up-front charge for the equipment. There is no additional charge for installation, technical support, or for service once the devices are operational.

  • There is no upfront cost or maintenance fee for charitable gaming machines. Electronic pull tabs use a reliable, secure system that is independently tested and certified at manufacturer expense. They are easier to report, manage and monitor. No special internet connection or equipment is required.

  • The average increase in profits is 40% according to data from state regulatory agencies where e-tabs are currently in use.

  • Absolutely! Data from states that have introduced electronic pull-tabs indicates a positive impact on membership for Veteran Service Organizations (VSO). For instance, in Ohio, 97% of VSO survey respondents reported a boost in membership after just one year of e-tab operations.