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AGEM & AGA Golf Classic Presented by JCM Global Raised More Than $3 Million for ICRG

Tuesday 05 de August 2025 / 12:00

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(Las Vegas).- Since its inception in 1999, the AGEM & AGA Golf Classic Presented by JCM Global has been a vital source of support for the International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG). This year, the event marked a significant achievement, surpassing $3 million in total contributions. The 26th edition alone generated $180,000 to further ICRG’s research efforts.

AGEM & AGA Golf Classic Presented by JCM Global Raised More Than $3 Million for ICRG

Sponsors included the American Gaming Association (AGA), the Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers (AGEM), JCM Global (JCM), Aristocrat Gaming, Catapult Global, Gaming Laboratories International (GLI), GGB Magazine, ICE Barcelona 2026, IGT, Indian Gaming Trade Show & Convention 2026, Konami, Light & Wonder, Patriot Gaming, Red Wagon Institute, and Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation.
 
The AGEM & AGA Golf Classic Presented by JCM Global was created specifically to support the ICRG’s important research into the prevention and treatment of gambling disorder.


 
ICRG President Michael Soll said, “We are grateful again for the many companies and organizations who have supported the Global Classic and are especially grateful to JCM Global for their amazing leadership since the tournament’s inception. The funds raised by the event support ICRG’s research and education efforts that will serve to inform legislators, regulators and the media to assure that they make informed decisions regarding responsible gaming.”
 
JCM SVP – Sales, Marketing & Operations Dave Kubajak said, “It’s an honor for JCM to produce the Golf Classic. We’re grateful to the players and sponsors whose support helped us reach this remarkable fundraising milestone. What made this year’s event especially meaningful was the broad representation from across our industry – operators, suppliers, independent test labs, land-based, iGaming, race and sports – all coming together to support ICRG and advance responsible gaming research.”
 
The ICRG encourages individuals to consider including them in their annual charitable giving. For more information, visit ICRG.org.
 

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