Veterans’ Stories
Meet an Oregon Lottery Employee and Vet
Ken Pesnell is one of many Oregon Lottery employees who bring their military skills and experience to work and, in the process, help make our workplace a better place.
For Ken, Naval service meant learning skills and gaining work experience that he could eventually use outside of the military. Technology is ever adapting, and Ken has adapted with it. He’s brought skills that he learned while he served to his employment here at the Lottery. While he hasn’t yet used veteran benefits himself, he’s grateful they were available for his daughter; she was discharged as a disabled veteran after also serving her country.
LOTTERY DOLLARS DOING GOOD THINGS IN YOUR COMMUNITY
Economic Growth
Fueling business, jobs and infrastructure
State Parks
Maintaining and creating Oregon’s beautiful parks
Outdoor School
Exposing 5th & 6th grade students to Oregon’s natural classrooms
Natural Habitats
Enhancing watersheds, irrigation and wildlife habitats
Public Schools
Investing in Oregon’s future, from K through 12 and beyond
Veteran Services
Supporting programs that give back to our valued Veterans