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Charitable Gaming Program

The 2026 Gaming Grant Cycle is now open. Complete applications will be accepted until April 30, 2026 3:00 p.m.

Applications turned in incomplete and/or after the above deadline will not be reviewed

The Gaming application packet must include all documents listed below. Each of these documents is in PDF format except for the Budget Narrative Worksheet. (in Excel) Click here to download a free up-to-date version of Adobe Acrobat Reader. Please carefully read the instructions. The application file must be saved to your computer before you begin to complete the form. Failure to do so will result in loss of entered information.

Scoring of applications will be completed using a scoring rubric. The Rubric is available for download here.

All complete applications and copies must be turned in by Thursday April 30, 2026 no later than 3:00p.m.

To assist you in the application process and answer any questions you may, we will be offering a workshop on Monday, April 6^th from 9:00-10:30. It will be held via Zoom with limited in person option if needed. Please email us if you wish to participate in the informational session.

(If you receive an error when attempting to view a PDF, try opening the PDF from your desktop instead of your internet browser.)

The Charitable Gaming Program is responsible for:

Providing accountability of the tip jar sales within the County
Issuing wholesale, operator, and temporary licenses for selling tip jars within the County
Administering State Statute and Washington County Rules and Regulations
Assessing fines, penalties, and denials
Suspending and revoking licenses under certain circumstances
Maintaining reports from licensees on all tip jar sales and operations
Collecting monies and administering The Washington County Gaming Fund
Providing professional advice and support to the Washington County Gaming Commission
Issuing Bingo licenses

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Washington County Administration Complex

100 West Washington Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Suite 1601

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Phone: (240) 313-2040

TTY users may call any government office through the Maryland Relay Service
1-800-735-2258

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The Charitable Gaming Program is responsible for:

General Fund Contingency Funding

General Fund Contingency Funding

Charitable Gaming Program

Charitable Gaming Program

Community Organization Funding

Community Organization Funding

Hotel Rental Tax Funding

Hotel Rental Tax Funding

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