Reducing Problem Gambling Harm on College Campuses
Funds a statewide initiative to reduce gambling harm among Ohio college students through prevention programs, workforce training, campus policy development, and network-building.
Funder: Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services
Due Dates: May 29, 2026 (Questions deadline) | June 5, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $500,000 for FY27; one award; project period July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027; renewal possible if funds available.
Summary: Funds a statewide initiative to reduce gambling harm among Ohio college students by supporting prevention, training, and campus network-building.
Key Information: Only one lead grantee will be selected; must partner with at least three higher education institutions and one nonprofit coalition.
Description
This grant opportunity supports a comprehensive, statewide initiative to reduce gambling-related harm among college students in Ohio. The selected lead grantee will collaborate with at least three partner institutions of higher education and one nonprofit coalition to expand evidence-informed prevention and early intervention programming, provide workforce training, develop campus policies, and establish a coordinated network for addressing gambling risk. The program responds to the growing prevalence of sports betting and mobile gambling among students, aiming to integrate harm prevention into campus wellness and behavioral health systems, and to build sustainable strategies that empower colleges and students to identify risks and connect those in need to support. Key deliverables include prevention toolkits, campus engagement, training sessions, outreach to high-risk groups, and sustainability planning.
