Scratch Off Works

History

Scratch Off Works was founded in the late 1980s or early 1990s, with the company’s marketing materials stating “over 30 years” of experience as of 2025. A LinkedIn page associated with a URL referencing “Legacy Bible Game” lists a founding year of 1985, but this is not independently confirmed by the company’s own website or other sources. The business began as a family-run operation and has remained family-owned and -operated throughout its history.

Business Model and Services

Scratch Off Works provides a full-service promotional solution: clients receive assistance with concept development, graphic design, variable-data prize programming, printing, and packaging. The company uses digital printing combined with in-house variable-data programming to ensure precision and security. Its scratch-off ink—a metallic latex formulation—offers superior concealment and scratch-off performance compared to common scratch-off labels or colored inks, making promotions more secure and satisfying for end users. All production steps are handled in-house at a single 30,000-square-foot facility in Cleveland, Ohio, allowing tight quality control and fast turnaround. The company offers a one-week standard delivery time and provides free graphic design on orders of 500 or more cards. Pricing quotes are typically delivered within 24 hours.

Products and Platforms

Scratch Off Works has developed specialized product lines addressing different market needs: Custom Scratch‑Off Cards for retail contests and sweepstakes; PBIS Scratch‑Offs for school-based positive behavior reward programs; Safety Scratch‑Off Programs for workplace or community safety awareness; Employee Incentive Scratch‑Offs for recognition and motivation; and Retail Scratch‑Off Contests as turnkey promotional packages to drive foot traffic and sales. The company also offers variable data programming to assign unique prize data to each card for security and customization.

Market Position and Awards

Scratch Off Works has received industry awards for its scratch-off designs and is often described as the “most awarded scratch‑off printer in the industry.” Its client base includes thousands of companies and nonprofits across the United States and internationally. Many clients maintain long-standing relationships, reflecting the company’s focus on customer service and reliability. Despite its longevity, public information about current leadership, employee headcount, and recent news or funding activity is scarce. The business appears to be privately held and family-operated with no external funding or partnership announcements found in available sources.