The National Council on Problem Gambling is the only national nonprofit organization that seeks to minimize the economic and social costs associated with gambling addiction. NCPG is neutral on legalized gambling.
Stakeholder FAQ: The Future of the National Problem Gambling Helpline™
These FAQs are intended to provide information and address common questions that may arise as NCPG will be unable to utilize and administer 1-800-GAMBLER as the National Problem Gambling Helpline™ number after September 29, 2025.
Register for the 2025 Gift Responsibly Campaign
Founded in the early 2000s, the Gift Responsibly Campaign works to raise public awareness about the risks of youth gambling. Through partnerships with lotteries and other organizations, the campaign educates communities about the risks of buying lottery tickets for children.
In 2025, NCPG added the “Too Young to Bet” campaign option for to expand participation to those for whom a lottery product-based message may be less applicable.
Preparing for Problem Gambling Awareness Month 2026
March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month! PGAM is designed to raise public awareness about problem gambling and increase prevention, treatment and recovery services. This webinar will include a preview of the new PGAM 2026 awareness toolkit materials and give an overview of the many ways to get involved in March.
Price: This webinar is free to the public, but registration is required
CE’s Available: There are no CE’s available for this webinar
1:00 PM EST
to 2:00 PM
Tuesday
January 13, 2026
Agility Grants Spring 2026 Info Session
This 60-minute webinar will provide information on how to apply for Agility Grant funding. Geared for first-time applicants, the webinar is designed to help you submit the best application possible. During the webinar, we will review the essentials of applying, including:
– Strategic pillars & program principles
– Who can apply for Agility Grants
– Examples of eligible projects
– An overview of the application platform
– Common application pitfalls and how to avoid them
– Tips to strengthen your project proposal
– Q & A
This webinar is free to the public, but registration is required. There are no CE’s available for this webinar.
1:00 PM EST
to 2:00 PM
Thursday
January 22, 2026
NCPG Annual Gift Responsibly Campaign Now at Its Highest Level of Participation, Bolstered By “Too Young to Bet”
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) today announced a record-high level of participation in its annual Gift...
National Council on Problem Gambling Names Heather L. Maurer as New Executive Director
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) Board of Directors is pleased to announce Heather L. Maurer,...
NCPG Awards Nearly $200k to Five Nonprofits Expanding Problem Gambling Prevention Efforts
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) today announced $199,000 in Agility Grant funding has been awarded to...
Public Awareness Resources
Resources to help NCPG partners and stakeholders raise awareness about problem gambling and strengthen advocacy efforts with data.
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