National Council on Problem Gambling

National Council on Problem Gambling NCPG serves as the national advocate to mitigate gambling-related harm. The National Council is neither for nor against legalized gambling. Joseph A.

Purpose: To serve as the national advocate for programs and services to assist people and families affected by gambling addiction and problem gambling. Vision: To improve health and wellness by reducing the personal, social and economic costs of problem gambling. Mission: To lead state and national stakeholders in the development of comprehensive policy and programs for all those affected by probl

em gambling. Our primary concern is to help problem gamblers and their families. The NCPG was conceived as the national representative of the problem gambling field and is organized with three classes of members: state affiliate, corporate and individual. The NCPG concentrates efforts on the national level, while the state affiliates work at the state and local level. Major National Council programs include:

National Problem Gambling Helpline Network: Call or Text 1-800-522-4700. Chat: www.ncpgambling.org/chat.. A single national access point to local resources, available 24/7/35, free, confidential. National Conference on Gambling Addiction and Responsible Gambling - the world’s oldest and largest annual problem gambling-specific conference. Distribution of information on problem gambling treatment, research and recovery. Problem Gambling Awareness Month, held annually in March. Goals: To increase public awareness of problem gambling and the availability of prevention, treatment & recovery services; to encourage healthcare providers to screen clients for problem gambling. Webinars and other trainings on problem gambling issues for Federal, state, tribal and international governments and agencies as well as the gambling industry, regulators, legislators, and the public. History: The organization was founded in 1972 by Msgr. Dunne and Dr. Robert Custer, among others. From the outset the Council established two principles that remain in effect today: that the organization would be the advocate for people affected by problem gambling, and that it would take no position for or against legalized gambling. This stance is encompassed today in our vision and mission statements above. To join as a member or to support NCPG with a tax-deductible contribution, visit www.ncpgambling.org/membership to view our Membership Types and Benefits.

📢The deadline to submit a nomination for the 2026 NCPG National Awards has been extended. Submit your nominations by Ju...
05/28/2026

📢The deadline to submit a nomination for the 2026 NCPG National Awards has been extended.

Submit your nominations by June 5th, 2026 at 11:59 pm ET and bring recognition to a deserving colleague, community member, or organization.

🔗NCPGambling.org/Awards

NCPG is pleased to announce the results of its 2026 Board of Directors election. Five newly elected members and one reel...
05/28/2026

NCPG is pleased to announce the results of its 2026 Board of Directors election. Five newly elected members and one reelected member will join the Board to help guide NCPG’s mission to lead awareness and advocacy efforts to reduce gambling-related harm. The incoming directors bring a wide range of professional experience and expertise spanning clinical treatment, state-level advocacy, prevention and education, compliance, and responsible gambling initiatives.

Read more: NCPGambling.org/news/2026-board-of-directors-election-results/

Only a limited number of exhibit booths remain for the NCPG Annual Conference 2026! Don’t let time run out and miss this...
05/27/2026

Only a limited number of exhibit booths remain for the NCPG Annual Conference 2026! Don’t let time run out and miss this opportunity to position your organization at the center of the conversation on problem gambling and responsible gambling.

The NCPG Annual Conference has dedicated space for organizations to showcase their products and services and engage with professionals across the industry. Put your organization and mission at the center of the action with engaged decision-makers and industry-shapers.

The deadline for the remaining exhibit booths is July 1! Reserve your space now at https://NCPGConference.org/exhibitor/

Do you want to broaden your impact in both the problem gambling and responsible gambling fields, and provide opportuniti...
05/23/2026

Do you want to broaden your impact in both the problem gambling and responsible gambling fields, and provide opportunities to other professionals? Become a sponsor of the 2026 NCPG Annual Conference.

This is an opportunity to demonstrate your commitment to reducing gambling-related harm and building a culture of safer gambling. Sponsorships provide tangible impact on attendees. Your contributions can help a member of the field come to the conference and engage in world-class discussions that shape the direction of the field.

The deadline to commit is June 26, 2026.

Let’s continue to make a difference together. Learn more about our sponsorship tiers and the benefits at https://ncpgconference.org/sponsorship-opportunities/

NCPG has launched a new data dashboard for the National Problem Gambling Helpline™, including new information on incomin...
05/21/2026

NCPG has launched a new data dashboard for the National Problem Gambling Helpline™, including new information on incoming helpline traffic such as:

🔹demographics
🔹caller motivation
🔹gambling type
🔹referrals

View the dashboard and access updated data: https://www.ncpgambling.org/pa-resources/access-helpline-dashboard/

📢Staff Feature: Meet Julie Levin, NCPG’s newest staff member! Julie Levin, CGMP, joined the National Council on Proble...
05/21/2026

📢Staff Feature: Meet Julie Levin, NCPG’s newest staff member!

Julie Levin, CGMP, joined the National Council on Problem Gambling in May 2026 as an Executive Administrative Assistant. In this role, Julie supports the Executive Director, board, and committees.

Julie’s career has given her extensive experience supporting senior leadership, coordinating high-profile events and initiatives, and improving organizational processes. Julie’s background spans the association, non-profit, government, commercial, and pharmaceutical industries.

In her spare time, Julie enjoys spending time with her cats, baking, watching musical theatre, and hockey.

Welcome to the team, Julie!

Derek Longmeier, President of the National Council on Problem Gambling Board of Directors, submitted written testimony f...
05/20/2026

Derek Longmeier, President of the National Council on Problem Gambling Board of Directors, submitted written testimony for today’s U.S. Senate hearing on sports betting and gaming integrity before the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Consumer Protection, Technology, and Data Privacy.

The testimony addresses the growing intersection of financial trading, prediction markets, consumer protection, and gambling-related harm, while emphasizing the need for public awareness, evidence-informed safeguards, responsible participation standards, and access to support resources as these markets continue to evolve.

Read the testimony: https://www.ncpgambling.org/news/ncpg-testimony-senate-hearing-on-sports-betting-gaming-integrity/

There’s still time left to reserve office hours before the 2026 NCPG National Awards nomination period ends on May 29th,...
05/19/2026

There’s still time left to reserve office hours before the 2026 NCPG National Awards nomination period ends on May 29th, 2026.

If you're not sure which award is right for you, or you have questions about award types, criteria, or requirements, reserve your spot today: https://bit.ly/497GWtc

NCPG today announced that Kalshi will join as a Platinum-level member, becoming the first organization in the Financial ...
05/18/2026

NCPG today announced that Kalshi will join as a Platinum-level member, becoming the first organization in the Financial Services & Trading membership subcategory.

In addition, Kalshi has made a $2 million, two-year investment to support NCPG’s Financial Trader Health and Safety Initiative, which will expand education and awareness of responsible trading across these markets through the development of practical, evidence-informed, and data-driven resources designed to keep pace with rapidly evolving platforms.

Read the full press release: https://www.ncpgambling.org/news/kalshi-joins-ncpg/

📢 Staff Feature: Meet Caroline Campbell, NCPG’s newest staff member! Caroline Campbell joined the National Council on ...
05/15/2026

📢 Staff Feature: Meet Caroline Campbell, NCPG’s newest staff member!

Caroline Campbell joined the National Council on Problem Gambling in May 2026 as the Marketing Manager. In this role, she will manage the promotion of NCPG programs, membership, initiatives, and events.

Caroline has rich experience driving marketing efforts in both the public and private sectors. After spending eight years in the federal communications space, working on award-winning awareness and outreach initiatives for HHS, FEMA, CMS, DOL, and NIH, she is thrilled to be putting that experience to use at NCPG.

In her spare time, Caroline finds joy in reading, cooking, and watching her favorite sports teams.

Welcome to the team, Caroline!

05/12/2026

What exactly is problem gambling? Who is at risk for problem gambling? What are the warning signs that somebody might be developing a problem?

Anyone who gambles can be at risk for developing a gambling problem. When gambling is interfering with relationships, jobs, and other areas of your life, it’s a problem.

If you or a loved one are experiencing signs of problem gambling, you’re not alone. The National Problem Gambling Helpline™ (1-800-MY-RESET) is available 24/7, 365 days a year and offers hope and help without stigma or shame.

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