Our Journey

"There must be a better way to make giving money fun!”
At least that’s what Beth Grist thought as she was planning her holiday shopping list in the late 1980s and considering her nephews Greg and Steven, who wanted cold hard cash.

Sure, giving money was easy, but opening that gift was over with a quick rip of an envelope. Beth wanted something that would be FUN, memorable, and last a bit longer.

So Beth got to work.

By 1994, her idea became a reality. After many ideas, prototypes, patents, criticisms, debts, doubts, and 18-hour days, this single mother designed the perfect game to put into the hands of millions of hard-to-shop-for teenagers and adults who wanted cash, gift certificates, concert tickets, and more.

Since then, BILZ® Gift Games has created multiple products (and counting). Their games have been featured in articles and catalogs, and they also appeared on QVC for 15+ years after being chosen for the “Quest for America’s Best” in 1995 (QVC’s 50 in 50 tour).

In 2024, Beth’s son, Andrew Grist, took the reins, determined to take the business to the next level. At its heart, family is the foundation of BILZ®. People often ask about the company’s name, "Who is T.E. Brangs?"
It is Beth and her sister Terri's families names combined (T.erri E.lizabeth BRittanyANdrewGregSteven).

Take it from our family: Giving money can be fun. Try it!

FAQ

How do I put the gift in the game?

Do not unpackage or play the game. Simply slide out the sample bill/gift card and replace with your gift through the same slot.

Do I have to play/open the game to insert my gift?

No. Remove the sample bill/gift card and replace with your gift through the same slot. Tap to ensure gift is all the way in game.

How many bills can fit in the game?

Our cash-sized games can fit up to 5 bills. Insert them one at a time.

Can you put cash into a Super Maze or Gift Card Maze?

Yes. Fold the bill to the size of a gift card or smaller. Make sure that the cash is all the way in the game and clear of the slotted area.

Where can I find solutions to the games?

All solutions to our games can be found in the drop-down menu “Solutions.”

What if my gift is oversized?

Most paper gifts can fit into the games. For the games made for cash, fold your gift down to dollar bill size. For games made for gift cards, fold your gift down to the size of a gift card. Always check and make sure that your gift is all the way in the game and clear of slotted area. Some items may be too thick if too many folds are needed.

What if my game will not reset?

If the drawer of the game will not reset back into position, please contact us at support@bilzgiftgames.com for further assistance.

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