December 15, 2021 3:20 a.m.

As part of the Gift Responsibly campaign this holiday season, the Oregon Lottery and lotteries worldwide are partnering 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 Senior Marketing Product Manager Stacy Shaw, said, “No matter the time of year, the Oregon Lottery reminds everyone that you must be at least 18 years old to play Lottery games”. Shaw said each holiday season, Oregon Lottery ticket sales experience a spike as people buy tickets as stocking stuffers, gift tags, and easy-to-give gifts. Shaw said, “This year we’ve integrated images and messages to remind our players that Oregon Lottery games are only for grown-ups”.

NCPG Executive Director Keith Whyte commended the Oregon Lottery for their “…comprehensive messaging approach to the Gift Responsibly campaign”. Whyte said they have gone beyond simply educating the public about the potential harmful effects of adults giving lottery tickets to children.