The 27th annual charity tournament has now generated US$3.2 million to support the International Center for Responsible Gaming
Suppliers, operators and regulatory agencies came together at the 27th Annual AGEM & AGA Golf Classic Presented by JCM Global, raising US$185,000 for the International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG).
The latest contribution takes the tournament’s cumulative fundraising total to US$3.2 million. The proceeds support independent, peer-reviewed research into gambling disorder and evidence-based responsible gaming practices.
The tournament was staged at SouthShore Country Club in Henderson, Nevada, and attracted participation from organisations across the US gaming sector.
Sponsors included the Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers, the American Gaming Association, JCM Global, Aristocrat, Catapult Global, GGB Magazine, Gaming Laboratories International, IGT, Konami, Light & Wonder, Patriot Gaming, Red Wagon Institute, VSR Industries and the Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation.
Teams representing Ainsworth Gaming Technology, BetMGM, BMM Testlabs, Catapult Global, Gabbiano Seating, Galaxy Gaming, ICRG, IGT, Incredible Technologies, Interblock Gaming, James Industries, MGM, TableTrac, The US Playing Card Company and Zitro Gaming also took part.
Michael Soll, President of the International Center for Responsible Gaming
“We are deeply grateful to JCM Global, AGEM, AGA and every sponsor and participant who helped make this year’s Golf Classic such a success.
“Their continued support helps advance ICRG’s mission to fund independent, peer-reviewed research that improves our understanding of gambling disorder and informs evidence-based responsible gambling practices. Raising US$185,000 this year—and US$3.2 million over the tournament’s history—is a powerful testament to what the gaming community can accomplish when it comes together in support of rigorous science and player wellbeing.”
Dave Kubajak, Senior Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Operations at JCM Global
“We are grateful to the many sponsors and players from across the gaming industry whose continued support makes the Golf Classic such a success and advances the critical research of the ICRG.
“As our industry evolves and diversifies, it is encouraging to see broader participation in this event. It reflects both the strength of our community and our collective commitment to responsible gaming.”
