***BREAKING NEWS***
Effective Sunday, March 22, 2020, at 9:00 a.m., all Millionaire Parties have been suspended by Governor Whitmer's Executive Order 2020-20 until April 13th at 11:59 p.m., due to the COVID-19 crisis
This rescinds & replaces E.O. 2020-9, which put restrictions on places of public accommodation, such as entertainment locations, including all clubs and bingo halls until March 30, 2020 at 11:59 p.m.
Therefore, all Millionaire Parties and bingo halls are now suspended and closed until April 14th or by further Executive Order.
While we are supportive of actions to protect public health, we also want to gather information on how this action impacts our charities and the communities they serve - please contact MiCGA at info@micga.org if your charity or location is impacted by this.
In the meantime, please continue to stay safe & healthy!
Effective Sunday, March 22, 2020, at 9:00 a.m., all Millionaire Parties have been suspended by Governor Whitmer's Executive Order 2020-20 until April 13th at 11:59 p.m., due to the COVID-19 crisis
This rescinds & replaces E.O. 2020-9, which put restrictions on places of public accommodation, such as entertainment locations, including all clubs and bingo halls until March 30, 2020 at 11:59 p.m.
Therefore, all Millionaire Parties and bingo halls are now suspended and closed until April 14th or by further Executive Order.
While we are supportive of actions to protect public health, we also want to gather information on how this action impacts our charities and the communities they serve - please contact MiCGA at info@micga.org if your charity or location is impacted by this.
In the meantime, please continue to stay safe & healthy!
What can our Michigan charities do to protect charitable gaming?
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Changes to the Traxler-McCauley Bingo Act signed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer on Dec. 20, 2019
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Our Purpose
MiCGA's purpose is to maintain the long-term stability of charitable fundraising in Michigan through legislation, collaboration, and education. We also strive to improve and streamline conditions for charities and other organizations engaged in this type of charitable fundraising.
MiCGA serves as a spokesperson for its members at the local, state, and federal level, and provides the membership with information on regulatory and legislative matters. We collaborate with legislators, the Charitable Gaming Division of the Michigan Lottery, and the Michigan Gaming Control Board on legislation that impacts charitable gaming activities.
MiCGA educates the public and non-profit organizations engaged in charitable fundraising, helps charities better understand the qualification, application and licensing processes, and assists charities and room operators with mitigating issues that may arise.
MiCGA's purpose is to maintain the long-term stability of charitable fundraising in Michigan through legislation, collaboration, and education. We also strive to improve and streamline conditions for charities and other organizations engaged in this type of charitable fundraising.
MiCGA serves as a spokesperson for its members at the local, state, and federal level, and provides the membership with information on regulatory and legislative matters. We collaborate with legislators, the Charitable Gaming Division of the Michigan Lottery, and the Michigan Gaming Control Board on legislation that impacts charitable gaming activities.
MiCGA educates the public and non-profit organizations engaged in charitable fundraising, helps charities better understand the qualification, application and licensing processes, and assists charities and room operators with mitigating issues that may arise.
Charitable Gaming in Michigan
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Charities in Michigan earn millions annually through charitable gaming fundraisers. This money is used to further their charitable mission, resulting in a wide variety of much needed services being provided to countless individuals.
Despite this, there are numerous organizations and individuals who are opposed to charities conducting these types of fundraisers. Reasons for this opposition vary. Some are opposed to gaming for moral and philosophical reasons, others are for-profit organizations competing for the gaming revenue. This opposition is powerful, well connected and well funded. Opposition has been growing as more charities are making use of this opportunity. Charities need to work together to counter this opposition. The Michigan Charitable Gaming Association represents the interests of charities and the services they provide. Become a member to add your organization's voice to our work. |
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Our MissionMiCGA's mission is to advocate for and educate our members, legislators, and the general public on matters related to charitable gaming, so as to preserve the positive impact charitable gaming has on our communities.
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Who We AreMiCGA is comprised of member charities and room operators from around the State of Michigan.
The Board of Directors consists solely of representatives from charities. Members of the board have diverse legislative and business backgrounds, ensuring effectiveness in developing strategy and in negotiations with legislators and regulators. |
Become a MemberCharities and room operators qualified or licensed by the State of Michigan are eligible for membership in MiCGA.
Member benefits include: A unified voice at the local, state and federal levels of government working to preserve the viability of gaming fundraising in the State of Michigan. Information on changes to statutes and regulations that affect the charitable gaming industry. Monthly e-newsletter of activities and developments. Education and information regarding compliance with charitable gaming laws and regulations. |