The National Football League (NFL) today announced an extended partnership with the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) to bolster nationwide problem gambling prevention services and promote responsible gambling initiatives. As the sports betting landscape continues to evolve, this renewed commitment addresses the critical need for resources in responsible and problem gambling. 

This three-year, $6.4 million commitment from the NFL Foundation to NCPG follows the NFL’s original three-year, $6.2 million grant awarded in October 2021, the largest in NCPG’s nearly 50-year history. The new grant will enable the continued expansion of NCPG’s critical initiatives, ensuring that the organization can sustain and build upon its significant progress since 2021.  

“Our partnership with NCPG underscores the vital impact of their work and our ongoing commitment to advocate for and support responsible gambling initiatives,” said Anna Isaacson, NFL Senior Vice President of Social Responsibility. “We are proud to leverage our platform and resources with NCPG’s expertise to raise awareness, provide education and help prevent problem gambling. We look forward to our continued partnership with NCPG and expanding the reach of their impactful programs.” 

The NFL’s funding supports three key NCPG initiatives: modernizing and strengthening the National Problem Gambling Helpline (1-800-GAMBLER) – a crucial resource for accessing problem gambling treatment – in order to enhance the helpline’s efficiency, improve access across the country and ensure that everyone who reaches out receives high-quality care; developing and implementing the Agility Grants program – the first national grant initiative designed to reach communities underserved by problem gambling prevention programs; and awareness efforts – including the ResponsiblePlay.org website – to educate fans and the public on responsible gambling practices.  

“We are profoundly grateful for the NFL’s renewed investment in NCPG, which will enable us to grow the essential prevention, education and awareness initiatives that were established through their initial grant,” said Keith Whyte, NCPG Executive Director. “This partnership has been instrumental in advancing our mission of minimizing gambling related harm. We look forward to building on the significant progress we’ve made together over the past three years and exploring new avenues for impact.”