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.
Problem Gambling Awareness Month 2026
Problem Gambling Awareness Month is a nationwide grassroots campaign, held annually in March, that seeks to increase public awareness of problem gambling and promote prevention, treatment, and recovery services.
Meet the New NCPG Executive Director & What’s Ahead in 2026
Join NCPG Members for a special conversation welcoming Heather Maurer as the organization’s new Executive Director and marking an important moment of transition for NCPG. As part of the conversation, NCPG President Derek Longmeier will share the strategic vision and priorities for 2026, with time for members to ask questions, engage directly, and take part in this next chapter for the organization.
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
Meet the New NCPG Executive Director & What’s Ahead in 2026
Join NCPG Members for a special conversation welcoming Heather Maurer as the organization’s new Executive Director and marking an important moment of transition for NCPG. As part of the conversation, NCPG President Derek Longmeier will share the strategic vision and priorities for 2026, with time for members to ask questions, engage directly, and take part in this next chapter for the organization.
CE’s Available: There are no CE’s available for this webinar
1:00 PM EST
to 2:00 PM
Tuesday
January 27, 2026
NCPG Statement on the Termination of Federal Addiction and Mental Health Grants
Updated 1/15/2026: The Trump administration has reversed cuts to federal grants supporting mental health and addiction treatment programs. While the restoration...
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,...
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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