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The Maine State Lottery is proud of its commitment in providing the citizens of Maine with fun and exciting entertainment through the complete distribution and sales of Tri State Megabucks, Powerball, Mega Millions, Lucky for Life, Gimme 5, Lotto America, Fast Play, Cash POP, Tri-State Pick 3 and Pick 4 and an extensive array of instant lottery tickets.

The Maine State Lottery was established in 1974 by Maine voters in a statewide referendum. In 2004, Maine ed the multi-jurisdictional jackpot game, Powerball; in 2017 Maine ed Lotto America, Maine ed the multi-jurisdictional jackpot game, Mega Millions; and in 2012 Maine ed the Multi-jurisdictional Lucky for Life.

Each year, millions of dollars are returned to players in prize money; local Maine businesses who receive millions of dollars in commissions and bonuses for selling lottery products; and the programs and services ed by the State's General Fund receive over $70 million.