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6 8 13 25 32
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3 6 6 5 5
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5 0 9 5
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7 3 0 4
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About Us

Over a decade of making students in the state of North Carolina the real winners.

We’re in the business of possibility. We deliver joy and thrill across the entire state of North Carolina. And we help give back millions to education every single day. We are among the lucky few who get to change lives.

Our Mission

Our mission helps guide every day lottery decisions. It is the reason why we exist.

Our mission is to responsibly operate the lottery with the highest degree of integrity and security to maximize net revenues raised for the education programs identified by the legislature.

Our Core Values

From day-to-day activities to multi-million dollar decisions, our core values are more than words. They are at the heart of everything we do.

Our core values are; Integrity, Respect, Honesty, and Trust.

Our Vision

While we fulfill our mission every day, our vision is where we one day hope to be.

Our vision is to be an industry leader in funding education initiatives, by enriching lives through entertainment and innovation, while practicing sound governance.

Our Team

A team of over 230 people working in 12 different departments across six claims centers, together we are changing lives.

Meet the Team

Our Story

It’s not just what we do, it’s who we are. From past to present, we are a success story still in the making.

A bit of History

Our Responsibility

With an enthusiasm to serve, our commitment to providing fun and fair games is matched by our desire to make a positive difference in the community.

Corporate Social Responsibility

Lottery Commission

Our Commission, composed of nine highly-accomplished and dedicated men and women appointed to serve the state of North Carolina, jointly oversee and help guide leadership in increasing sales and providing entertaining games to players.

Lottery Commission

Business Partners and Vendors

Be Part of Something Fun and Rewarding. We’re in the business of possibility, and our success depends on building strong relationships with stakeholders in North Carolina.

Business Opportunities

Join Our Winning Team

A fun and engaging work environment, offering excellent benefit packages and competitive pay all while raising money for a good cause. The NC Lottery is a great place to work.

Careers

Press & Media

If you are with the Press or looking for public information and Lottery contacts, then meet our dedicated Media team.

Media Contacts

Lottery Retailers

Are you a Lottery Retailer, or do you wish to become one? Our Retailer section has all the information you may need.

For Retailers

Events

Looking for local events near you? The lottery participates in numerous venues and festivals around the State. We'd love to see you there.

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