Charitable organizations in Georgia are set to benefit significantly from new legislation aimed at modernizing bingo regulations. During the Senate Committee on Rules meeting on March 25, 2025, lawmakers approved changes that will double the prize limit for bingo sessions from $3,000 to $6,000. This adjustment allows organizations to host up to three bingo sessions a day, increasing the total potential prize pool to $18,000 per day.

Additionally, the legislation raises the daily compensation for individuals running these games from an outdated $30 to a more reasonable $150. This change aims to attract skilled personnel and enhance the overall quality of bingo events, which are crucial for fundraising efforts by charitable organizations.

While the number of games allowed per month remains capped at 31 to prevent commercialization, these updates are expected to provide a significant boost to local charities, including groups like the Amvets and EFWs, who rely on bingo as a vital source of funding.

The committee's discussions also touched on the importance of these changes for community engagement and support for charitable causes. As organizations prepare to implement these new regulations, the anticipated increase in participation and revenue could have a lasting positive impact on their operations and the communities they serve.