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Minnesota Alliance on Problem Gambling

EIN 92-0185978 · Roseville, MN

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood78 out of 100GovernanceGood85 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The Minnesota Alliance on Problem Gambling's mission is to improve the lives of those affected by problem gambling through advocacy, education, training and research.

Income
$1.5 million
Spending
$1.4 million
Spent on programs
93%
Reserves
3.3 months of spending
Largest source of income
government grants, 96%
Employees
5
Volunteers
0
Highest pay
$113,542, executive director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 78 out of 100. Higher than 66% of charities in its peer group (mental health, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 3.3 months of spending.

  • Debt

    16 of 20

    It owes 30% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    12 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 2% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 27% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    93% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 1 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Good: 85 out of 100. Higher than 40% of charities in its peer group (mental health, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    11 of 11 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    0 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (1)
  1. $1.3 million spent. Statement of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025 * Provided 88 Gamban free subscriptions an online app that blocks tens of thousands of gambling sites across the world. This was an 11% increase from the previous year. Since offering the free subscriptions in March 2020 we have distributed 188 free subscriptions.* Contracted with Lutheran Social Services Financial Counseling to provide 60 individuals and their families with access to free financial counseling: debt management plans, budgeting, assistance with bankruptcy.* Promoted the Gift Responsibly campaign to remind adults not to purchase lottery tickets for youth. A campaign that runs in the months of December and May/June on paid social media (Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok) targeted email and digital ads through the Star Tribune.* MNAPG posts at least ten paid monthly postings on social media platforms to increase awareness to gambling addiction and resources available. MNAPG posts at least ten organic (nonpaid) posts.* MNAPG continued to make available and promote the high school toolkit focused on gambling and gaming targeted to middle school and high school students teachers and coaches. Our community educator presented to 12 middle schools and high schools throughout Minnesota.* Produced 4 quarterly 8-page nationally awarded newsletter. We distribute over 9500 print versions and email over 2500 electronic copies to our readers around the state and to our associates around the country.* Month of March Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM) MNAPG paid for a 30 & 15 second PSA with the message geared towards families and affected others; "Let's Talk About It The Elephant in the Room". The ad ran on paid digital media, streaming channels and our website. Several million people viewed one or more of the ads. MNAPG also participates in the national PGAM program sponsored by National Council on Problem Gambling. MNAPG appeared on local media (television/radio) several times throughout the month promoting problem gambling awareness. We produce a feature story for The Phoenix Spirit, a recovery journal,distributed throughout the state of Minnesota.* MNAPG presented or tabled at over 62 conferences, health fairs and othercommunity gatherings during the year.* MNAPG held its annual conference in September 2024 "Connecting. Reflecting.Moving Forward." Over 130 people attended from across the state to network and to receive the latest training and updates on gambling addiction and the changes in the gambling industry. Licensed counselors from a variety of disciplines receive educational credits towards their license renewal.* MNAPG developed with their partner Global Safer Gambling, 3 video trainingmodules for casino employees to better understand the signs of problem gambling and ways they can help their customers when they are exhibiting concerning behaviors.* MNAPG's Executive Director continued to be active on the NCPG board of directors and completed their second year as president.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since May 2003.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 21, 2026.

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