For our community
The funds we generate through gaming is distributed to projects and organisations that enrich everyday life on the Ålands Islands. Every year the Government of Åland receives hundreds of applications for grants and loans for the funding of projects, investments, events and activities. These initiatives enrich our archipelago with sports, culture and art. They also help maintain a safe and clean environment.
Stories from the beneficiaries
SpelAkademin 2026 on Åland
The Nordic gaming industry came together in Mariehamn when SpelAkademin was held on 7 October. SpelAkademin is Sweden's most established industry forum and has been held since 1992.
Published: 08 oktober 2026
Paf launches pilot project with Meta in Switzerland
Paf has reached an agreement with Meta on a pilot project aimed at stopping unlicensed gaming companies. The work starts shortly. The goal is to build a model in Switzerland that can then be scaled up to more markets.
Published: 05 oktober 2026
Ready when the alarm goes off
When a person goes missing, every minute can matter. And in building collapses, evacuations and large-scale searches, several trained dogs may be needed at once. With support from Paf, ÅBSK Rescue Dogs can train and equip handler-and-dog teams that stand ready when the police call.
Published: 03 september 2026
Paf extends and expands partnership with La Liga club Real Betis
SpeedyBet, a brand within the Paf Group, has extended and expanded its sponsorship agreement with the Spanish La Liga club Real Betis Balompié. The new agreement runs for two seasons, through the summer of 2028.
Published: 11 augusti 2026
Climate financing – Paf supports projects in England and Nicaragua
Every year, Paf provides climate financing equivalent to its measured climate impact as part of its environmental work. This year the support goes to two projects – one in England that turns carbon dioxide into building material, and one in Nicaragua that generates renewable energy from geothermal heat.
Published: 29 juni 2026
Paf's Carbon Accounting Report 2025 – a positive trend continues
Paf's climate impact decreased in 2025. The annual carbon accounting report shows that emissions continue to move in the right direction, as part of Paf's long-term work towards Net-Zero 2040.
Published: 12 juni 2026
Paf acquires Bell Casino
Paf is acquiring the gaming company Bell Casino. Bell operates gaming entertainment onboard more than 50 vessels. The acquisition expands Paf’s presence to additional ferry routes and destinations across Europe.
Published: 02 juni 2026
Paf passes half a billion euros for the benefit of society
Paf increased both its revenue and profit during 2025. At the same time, the company has passed a historic milestone – more than half a billion euros has now been distributed for the benefit of society since its foundation in 1966.
Published: 22 maj 2026
The funds we generate through gaming is distributed to projects and organisations striving towards a better, more sustanable future.
Beneficiaries
Based on Paf's profits in 2024 and retained earnings, the distribution to the Government of Åland was 21.5 million euro, of which 15 million euro was distributed in 2025 to Paf fund beneficiaries in the community sector and the third sector. Read more about the allocation process.
