Category: News
Special Population Grant Application FY2026
June 1, 2025
The Center will be offering limited grant opportunities to community organizations serving populations at-risk of problem gambling in FY 2026. The goal is to fund ...
Colleges/Universities Grant Application FY2026
June 1, 2025
The Center will be offering limited grant opportunities to Maryland colleges and universities in FY 2026. The goal is to fund at least 16 colleges/universities. ...
The dangers of sports gambling addiction
April 1, 2025
Legalized gambling and professional sports were once regarded as a deadly combination to be avoided at all costs. But today, 39 states and Washington, D.C. ...
How to spot when sports gambling is becoming a problem
April 1, 2025
Most people who bet on sports do it responsibly. But for some, online sports apps can lead to problem gambling with devastating results. There ...
Other states have tackled youth gambling. Why hasn’t Maryland?
March 12, 2025
Maryland is lagging behind as youth gambling rises, while neighboring states implement education programs to combat the issue. Legislative delays and staffing shortages have stalled ...
Expert Weighs in on increased sports gambling addiction nationwide
February 25, 2025
Dr. Christopher Welsh, Medical Director of our Maryland Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling, joined FOX-45 Morning News to discuss the study and share treatment ...
The Senate Budget & Taxation Committee heard iGaming testimony on Wednesday, January 29th
January 31, 2025
The Senate Budget & Taxation Committee heard hours of testimony on iGaming on Wednesday, January 29th. The Center was there to oppose the legislation along ...
The Center discuss problem gambling on Maryland Public Television’s Direct Connection
November 7, 2024
The Center’s very own Director, Mary Drexler and certified Peer, James Nowlin appeared on Maryland Public Television’s Direct Connection where they discuss problem gambling, how ...
Visit The Center At The Power Of Age Expo
October 29, 2024
We are excited to be sponsors of the #PowerOfAgeExpo tomorrow October 30-, 2024, from 9 am to 6 pm.
Two Grant Opportunities Available for Maryland Colleges, Universities, and Community Organizations to Prevent Problem Gambling
October 23, 2024
The Center is offering two grant opportunities for fiscal year 2025. Maryland colleges, universities, local government, and community organizations are eligible to apply. The main ...