College Gambling Prevention Initiative
Funds Connecticut colleges to create science-based prevention and education programs that address and reduce gambling risks among undergraduate students.
Funder: Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling
Due Dates: July 2026 (anticipated, based on annual cycle)
Funding Amounts: Supports up to 12 Connecticut colleges/universities; typical award size not publicly specified; funding is for one academic year.
Summary: Funds Connecticut colleges to implement gambling prevention, education, and awareness activities targeting undergraduate students.
Key Information: Only Connecticut colleges, universities, and community colleges are eligible.
Description
The College Gambling Prevention Initiative is designed to address the rising rates of gambling among Connecticut’s undergraduate students, particularly in high-risk areas such as fantasy sports, sports betting, and internet gambling. Through a partnership with the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, the Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling (CCPG) provides funding to higher education institutions to develop educational activities, awareness campaigns, and campus policies that inform students about the risks of gambling and promote healthier choices.
Funded activities may include:
- Awareness campaigns and educational events
- Training for staff and students
- Resource tables and screening days
- Policy improvements related to gambling
- Implementation of the Strategic Prevention Framework Model and community surveys
The initiative aims to foster a safer, more informed campus environment and reduce gambling-related harm.
