Welcome Letter Welcome to the DC Lottery and Charitable Games Control Board. The DC Lottery is a revenue-generating agency of the District of Columbia. Each year the DC Lottery transfers millions of dollars to the General Fund. Players participating in new and exciting online and instant games produce this money. Through our Charitable Games operations, we also help local charities raise millions of dollars by licensing raffles, bingo, and Monte Carlo nights. Since the Lottery's inception in 1982, our total contribution has been over $1 billion. The DC Lottery's annual transfer to the General Fund remains a vital component in aiding the city's economy, thereby benefiting all residents of the District of Columbia, as well as suburban commuters and tourists. The General Fund supports services such as education, recreation and parks, public safety, housing, and senior and child services. The DC Lottery directly benefits our players by paying out more than 50 percent of annual sales in prize money. We also directly benefit local businesses by providing commissions to retailers licensed to sell DC Lottery games and offering contracting opportunities. Where the Money Goes   Percent Prizes   50% General Fund   33% Agent Commissions for Selling and Cashing tickets   6% Contracts   7% Administrative Costs   4% It is our privilege to continue serving the nation's capital. Have a winning day!