Minnesota
Gambling Control Board
Main office:
Suite 300 South
1711 West County Road B
Roseville, MN 55113
651-539-1900
651-639-4043 (fax)
What's New
September 19, 2022
Board Meeting Information Available
The video recording of the Gambling Control Board's September 19, 2022 meeting is now available along with the list of actions taken and games approved. More information regarding Gambling Control Board meetings can be found by clicking on the "About Us" tab and then selecting "Monthly Board Meetings".
September 16, 2022
New Issue of Gaming News
The July/August/September 2022 Gaming News is now available.
September 14, 2022
WebEx Link to September 19 Board Meeting
The September 2022 Gambling Control Board Meeting is scheduled for 10:00 AM, Monday, September 19th, 2022, on the first floor of the Gambling Control Board's office in Roseville, MN.
Follow this link to attend the meeting via WebEx, https://minnesota.webex.com/minnesota/j.php?MTID=m835303f86d6eeb809bb3e70d2c24e57f. The meeting number is 2492 356 5294.
To attend the meeting by phone, call toll-free, 1-855-282-6330, and enter the meeting number (2492 356 5294).
If you have anything for the public comment section of the meeting, please contact Don Klick at 651-539-1914 or donald.klick@state.mn.us.
September 14, 2022
Crime Alert - Graceville
A theft of four unplayed pull-tab games recently occurred in Graceville, MN (about 25 miles west of Morris, MN). The following unplayed games were stolen:
- Crown Sevens, serial #8Y47400
- Waves of Grain, serial #8Y47156
- Cashin’ Cows, serial #8Y47887
- Countin’ Sheep, serial #8Y47559
Please emphasize to your paper pull-tab sellers the importance of checking ticket serial numbers prior to redeeming all winning tickets.
If someone attempts to pass these stolen tickets at your site, attempt to obtain a description of the individual and license plate number of any vehicle the suspect is driving, if possible, and immediately notify local law enforcement and the Gambling Control Board of the incident.
September 9, 2022
Crime Alert - Inver Grove Heights
Recently, a theft from a storage unit occurred in the Inver Grove Heights area. Click on the "Crime Alerts" tab on the left side of this screen to view a list of games affected and instructions if someone attempts to pass these stolen tickets at your site.
September 9, 2022
Upcoming Board Meeting Information Available
The agenda and list of games submitted for approval are now available for the Gambling Control Board meeting to be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, September 19, 2022 at the Gambling Control Board's Roseville office. More information regarding Gambling Control Board meetings can be found by clicking on the "About Us" tab and then selecting "Monthly Board Meetings".
August 5, 2022
Tim Mahoney Appointed Executive Director
Governor Walz announced today that Tim Mahoney has been appointed Executive Director of the Gambling Control Board. Mahoney will take the position effective August 29, 2022.
The official notice can be found here: Governor Walz, Lt. Governor Flanagan Announce Appointment to the Gambling Control Board.
Nonprofit Requirements
Bingo, paddlewheels, pull-tabs, raffles, and tipboards may be conducted only by registered nonprofit organizations.
There are four types of nonprofit organizations that are eligible to conduct lawful gambling: fraternal, religious, veteran, and other nonprofit.
You must provide proof of nonprofit status by ONE of the following:
- Certificate of Good Standing for current calendar year. Don't have a copy? Contact the Secretary of State at 651-296-2803.
- IRS income tax exemption 501(c) letter in your organization's name. Don't have a copy? Contact the IRS at 877-829-5500.
- IRS - Affiliate of national, statewide, or international parent nonprofit organization (charter). If your organization falls under a parent organization provide BOTH:
- an IRS letter showing parent organization is a nonprofit 501(c) with group ruling; and
- a charter or letter from parent organization recognizing your organization as a subordinate.
Applying for a license or permit?
To conduct lawful gambling in Minnesota, your organization must apply for and receive either an organization license, exempt permit, or excluded permit.
Organization license:
An organization license is obtained for the conduct of ongoing gambling activities. Application and information for an organization license ›
Exempt or Excluded permit:
An exempt or excluded permit is obtained for the conduct of a limited number of gambling activities within a calendar year. Permit applications and information for exempt or excluded permits ›
Manufacturer license:
A manufacturers license must be obtained by any person or entity who sells lawful gambling equipment to a licensed distributor in Minnesota. Manufacturer information and forms ›
Distributor license:
A distributor license must be obtained by any person or entity distributing lawful gambling equipment in Minnesota. Distributor information and forms ›
Linked Bingo Game Provider license:
A linked bingo game provider license must be obtained by any person or entity who provides linked bingo services to organizations licensed to conduct lawful gambling in Minnesota. Linked Bingo Game Provider information and forms ›
Crime Alerts See complete Crime Alert list
- September 14, 2022 - Stolen Pull-tab Games, Graceville
- September 9, 2022 - Stolen Pull-tab Games, Inver Grove Heights
- August 5, 2022 - Stolen Pull-tab Games, Twin Cities Area
- January 20, 2022 - Statewide Crime Alert
- January 4, 2022 - Burglary, Olmsted County
Welcome to the Minnesota Gambling Control Board
The Minnesota Gambling Control Board regulates the lawful (charitable) gambling industry to ensure the
integrity of operations and provide for the lawful use of net profits. Lawful gambling is conducted only by registered nonprofit organizations. The five forms of lawful gambling are bingo, paddlewheels, pull-tabs, raffles, and tipboards.
Quick Links
- Most recent continuing education class - Conduct of Raffles
- Most recent issue of Gaming News
- Exempt/Excluded activity information
- Information on holding a fundraiser
- Electronic game information
- File a complaint
- Lawful Purpose Expenditure Codes
- Register for a gambling manager seminar
- Who May/May Not Play
- Illegal gambling (dice, cards)
- File your organization's Annual Financial Audit
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