> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://ballgame-com.gitbook.io/ballgame.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://ballgame-com.gitbook.io/ballgame.com/lottery/how-are-jackpots-funded.md).

# How Are Jackpots Funded

At **BALLGAME.COM**, our goal is simple: **reward the community, not the house**.

That’s why our **Prize Pools** are funded directly through the platform whereby a portion of every **Shots purchased** goes straight into the weekly Lottery pool, helping to **grow rewards** as the **community grows**.

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All Jackpot funds are held transparently on the blockchain via our official smart contract, [0x9a78F2FB491D71438aA7263e92FA0813fb727CbE](https://basescan.org/address/0x9a78F2FB491D71438aA7263e92FA0813fb727CbE) which can be viewed at any time on [**Basescan.**](https://basescan.org/)
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Given that the Jackpot lives entirely on the blockchain, you can see the **USDC balance in real time**, whenever you want.

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## Let's Get Started

To kick things off, we will be **self-funding the prize pool at launch** to reward early players and make the first few draws extra exciting.

As more players join and upgrade their accounts, the ecosystem will gradually take over, meaning every Shots purchased helps fuel bigger prizes for everyone.

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## A Circular Ecosystem

This system is designed to:

🔁  Redistribute value back to players

🏆  Grow the Jackpot as the community grows

🤝  Keep the game fair, fun, and sustainable

The more the community engages, the bigger the rewards for everyone.