Missouri Lottery

The Missouri Lottery is run by the government of Missouri. It is a charter member of the Multi-State Lottery Association (MUSL), whose first drawing was held in 1988.

The Missouri Lottery began selling tickets January 20, 1986. An executive director oversees the organization and reports to a five-member commission that is appointed by the governor.

In the beginning, Lottery proceeds were directed to the state's General Revenue fund, but in 1992, voters approved Amendment 11, which earmarked proceeds for public education. All monies since July 1993 have gone to higher education, as well as elementary and secondary education programs. Proceeds are appropriated by the state legislature.

The Missouri Lottery offers a variety of games - Scratchers tickets and pull-tabs, plus the online games Missouri Lotto, Club Keno, Pick 3, Pick 4, Show Me Ca$h, and the multi-lottery Powerball game. (On September 8, 2008, Show Me 5 Paydown was replaced by "Show Me Ca$h", another "pick-5" game.)

The Missouri Lottery's mission: "To maximize revenues for public education through the creation and sale of fun and entertaining products consistent with the highest levels of service, integrity and public accountability."

Missouri Lottery players must be at least 18 years old.

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