I had the pleasure of sitting down with Adrian Varney, the Proceeds Manager of the Colorado Lottery, for an insightful and fun conversation. We dove into how the lottery isn’t just about jackpots and scratch tickets—it’s actually funding some of Colorado’s most beautiful parks, recreation areas, and open spaces. Adrian broke down how every dollar spent on lottery tickets helps build trails, protect wildlife, and support local communities. It was eye-opening to hear how much of a positive impact the lottery has behind the scenes, and her passion for the mission truly shined through.