Giving Back To Our
Community
At Premier Pinball & Amusement, we believe in the power of connection and support. From scholarships to community events, we are dedicated to making a positive impact beyond the arcade.
Giving Back - All Star
Gathering 2026
The 2026 All Star Gathering marked the fourth annual event, held at The Grief Club of Minnesota and proudly sponsored by Premier Pinball & Amusement.
This year’s Gathering welcomed 50+ kids, each navigating the grief of losing a loved one, along with special guest coaches who helped lead the day’s activities. Frank Ragnow of the Detroit Lions, Luke Kunin of the Florida Panthers, Sophia Kunin of PWHL Frost, and Joe Molenaar of St. Cloud State University were among the featured guests who spent the day supporting and encouraging participants.
The event brought together kids and athletes for a meaningful day of connection, featuring team-building activities, arts and crafts, autographs, and lunch. Premier Pinball & Amusement remains committed to supporting impactful organizations like The Grief Club of Minnesota.
PPA Annual Scholarship
Since 2022, one of our biggest goals has been to give back. Supporting young entrepreneurs and student athletes is one of the most rewarding parts of what we do.
Premier Pinball & Amusement is proud to announce Champlin Park High School student Yabel Rosado Arellano as the recipient of our 2026 PPA Scholarship! Yabel is the definition of hustle, ambition, and entrepreneurship. As a longtime mechanic and frequent Facebook Marketplace entrepreneur, he has spent years buying, fixing, and reselling vehicles, ATV’s, boats, jet skis, and much more. His drive, work ethic, and passion for business at such a young age are truly impressive, and it’s clear he has an incredibly bright future ahead.
When we started Premier Pinball & Amusement in 2022, one of our biggest goals was to give back to hardworking young people in our community. We’re incredibly proud that this marks our 5th scholarship awarded since launching. Supporting motivated students and young entrepreneurs like Yabel continues to be one of the most rewarding parts of what we do.
Please join us in congratulating Yabel Rosado Arellano on this well deserved recognition!
On behalf of Premier Pinball & Amusement, we’re excited to see what your entrepreneurial career ahead has in store. Congrats, Yabel!
Grant has been a true team player behind the scenes, helping PPA move pinball machines and arcade games all over the Twin Cities over the past few years.
Jaymeson excelled as a high school athlete and entrepreneur. He operates a mobile detailing business in the Twin Cities area, which he started during his junior year.
Partnered with Osseo Senior High School. Tyler was a perfect candidate—well-rounded both in and out of the classroom with a bright future ahead in business.
Premier Pinball & Amusement is proud to partner with Osseo Senior High School (MN) to be able to provide one scholarship to a future business & entrepreneurship student for college.
PPA Owner Andrew Lanners spoke with Mr. Hassan’s Career Exploration class at Champlin Park High School. He shared insights on entrepreneurship, starting an LLC, and the journey of building a business from challenges to rewards.
Proud to donate to the 2024 Phaser Marketing Fundraiser, benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Detroit Lakes, MN. Contributing to their mission of fostering a safe and positive environment for the next generation.
Partnered with Phaser Marketing, Triple Play Construction, and River Hills Ag. Service to donate a custom built 60-1 arcade game to The Grief Club of Minnesota. Providing joy to grieving families for years to come.
Proud supporter of this 501(c)(3) non-profit that places pinball machines in Children’s Hospitals, Ronald McDonald Houses, and Assisted Living Facilities to provide recreational relief to patients and families nationwide.
All Star Gathering 2023
It was an honor to partner with The Grief Club of Minnesota for the first annual All Star Gathering. PPA strives to provide the best products while also giving back to local youth.
All Star Gathering 2024
Guests: Luke Kunin (Sharks), Sophia Kunin (PWHL), Jacob Meissner (ASU), Jerome Williams (U of M)
35 kids in attendance. This event involved kids and athletes all currently grieving the loss of a loved one. Activities included team building, arts and crafts, autographs, and lunch.
All Star Gathering 2025
This year’s Gathering hosted over 50 kids coping with the loss of a loved one, with special guest coaches like former college and NFL quarterback Tanner Morgan and Florida Panthers’ Luke Kunin providing support and encouragement.
The Story
The journey to the creation of Premier Pinball & Amusement started for founder Andrew Lanners long before PPA was created. At a young age, Andrew had an entrepreneurial mindset that helped provide both goods and services to others.
After graduating college, Andrew noticed that there was a want for at home entertainment from homeowners, cabin owners, business owners and many more around the United States.
After time establishing relationships and learning the industry, Premier Pinball & Amusement was established. Since Premier Pinball & Amusement was created, PPA has sent arcade games and pinball machines across the United States and into Canada.
