Maryland gaming contributions from the lottery, casinos, sports wagering, and daily fantasy sports totaled $1.589 billion in Fiscal Year 2025, marking a slight increase from the previous year and providing substantial support for state programs, including education initiatives that benefit schools across the state, such as those in Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties.
The fiscal year, spanning July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, saw casino gaming contribute $831.3 million, lottery profits add $667.2 million, and sports wagering combined with daily fantasy sports deliver $89.9 million. These Maryland gaming contributions averaged $4.35 million per day to the state. Portions designated for education programs reached $696.2 million, directed to funds like the Education Trust Fund and the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund.
“We focus on fun and games, but we’re serious about the role we play in responsibly generating state revenue,” said Maryland Lottery and Gaming Director John Martin. “We hope we also generate some good times along the way, but supporting vital state programs is never very far from our minds.”
Maryland gaming contributions through the traditional lottery achieved the fourth-best sales performance in its 52-year history, with $2.633 billion in total sales. Scratch-off tickets drove this figure, exceeding $1 billion for the fourth straight year at $1.059 billion. Profits from ticket sales amounted to $667.2 million, with $519.2 million going to the General Fund for various services, including public schools, and $148 million allocated to 13 other state funds.
Lottery players claimed $1.673 billion in prizes, averaging nearly $4.6 million daily. This included 1,638 prizes of $10,000 or more, 490 of $50,000 or higher, and 33 of at least $1 million. Retailers earned $195.7 million in commissions, averaging over $45,000 per location, with 4,279 outlets statewide by fiscal year-end.
In Southern Maryland, lottery activity has produced notable winners, highlighting the game’s reach in the region. For instance, a Charles County resident won $2,041,396 on a FAST PLAY ticket in July 2025. Earlier, a Calvert County woman claimed $77,777 in June 2025 after matching her favorite number on a scratch-off ticket. In March 2025, another Calvert County player hit a $392,970 progressive jackpot on a FAST PLAY Fat Wallet ticket sold in Lusby. These examples illustrate how Maryland gaming contributions not only fund state services but also create direct benefits for local residents.
Casino operations generated $1.965 billion in revenue from slots and table games, the third-highest total in the program’s 15-year history. Maryland gaming contributions from casinos included $606.2 million to the Education Trust Fund, which aids early childhood education, public schools, construction, and capital projects. Since the first casino opened in September 2010, over $6.4 billion has flowed to this fund.
Additional casino allocations supported local communities with $105.1 million in aid and impact grants, the horse racing industry with $95.2 million, the Small, Minority and Women-owned Business Fund with $20.4 million, and responsible gaming programs with $4.4 million.
Sports wagering grew significantly, contributing $88.9 million, up from $60.3 million in Fiscal Year 2024. Daily fantasy sports added $1.05 million. Most proceeds went to the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund, which has received $177.4 million from sports wagering since December 2021. This fund enhances public education through prekindergarten expansion, teacher development, and infrastructure improvements statewide.
For Southern Maryland readers, these Maryland gaming contributions play a key role in bolstering local education. The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, enacted in 2021, increases state funding by billions over a decade, focusing on equity and student outcomes. In Charles County, for example, it supports comprehensive changes to early childhood and public schools. Similarly, the Education Trust Fund contributes to school construction, as highlighted in the Fiscal Year 2026 budget, which boosted such investments to $302.2 million.
While Southern Maryland lacks casinos, the statewide Maryland gaming contributions ensure resources flow to regional needs. St. Mary’s County education officials have emphasized reliance on state aid in budget planning, underscoring the importance of these revenues for maintaining and improving local schools.
Overall, Maryland gaming contributions in Fiscal Year 2025 reflect steady growth, building on prior years to sustain essential services. As the sector evolves, it continues to balance entertainment with fiscal responsibility, delivering measurable support to education and communities throughout the state.