What We Do

We at the Putnam County Gaming Initiative develop and implement programs that are designed to build community, promote healthy social engagement, and explore the extensive benefits associated with acts of gaming and entertainment. Part of this process includes our three-model approach that regards tabletop games, video games, and sports in equal measure. We are always working to build our community and develop helpful new initiatives so be sure to sign up for our newsletter to stay in the loop!

  • Many of our current services focus on utilizing the shared interest of gaming to provide the community with neutral, safe, and accepting gatherings that promote interpersonal connections.

    Additional resources to support community formation and academic exploration of gaming are also in development!

  • The Putnam County Gaming Initiative is here to help our community members navigate the wide field of gaming, maximizing its benefits. This includes aiding in the cultivation of social skills, assisting the improvement of cognitive function, and supporting the development of motor skills.

  • We currently have no physical location of our own. The best way to get ahold of us is by email, phone, or by attending our regularly scheduled programming. Contact and program information can all be found on our website.

Our Mission

Gaming can be an amazing tool to create social connections, develop personal skills, and so much more! Our goal at the Putnam County Gaming Initiative is to provide the local community with opportunities that allow them to make the most out of their gaming experience. This includes promoting conscious and thoughtful engagement, enabling intergenerational interactions, and eventually promoting research that explores the relationship of gaming and cognitive development.

More than anything we seek to promote the development of a healthy, supportive community that enriches the lives of our participants. We hope you can be apart of that community!

Our Programs

Gaming Groups

Our Gaming Groups program provides weekly meetings where community members can gather to play games. Our inventory of games is free to play at each meeting and attendees are always welcome to bring their own games. All meetings are open to the public. Meeting times and locations can be found under the “Programs” section of the website.

T-TRPG Tables

T-TRPG stands for Tabletop Top Role Playing Game. Our T-TRPG Tables aids local players and Game Masters in organizing times and locations to hold Tabletop Role Playing Games. We also aid Game Masters with worldbuilding, session planning, and game resources. Additional information, including applications for hosting or joining tables, can be found under the “Programs” section of the website.

Events

The Putnam County Gaming Initiative plans themed game nights, charity tournaments, outdoor events, and more! To stay up to date with our events be sure to follow our social media pages or visit the “Events” or “Calendar” sections of our website!

Make a donation

Want to support our efforts? Be sure to reach out to us! We accept a variety of donations including used board games, video game consoles and accessories, televisions and connection cables, and monetary donations!

To donate be sure to call or email us using the information provided below:

Email: putnamcogames@gmail.com

Phone #: (317) 604-7886