Community Ambassador Collaborative Application

The Community Ambassador Collaborative will bring together individuals with lived experience and dedicated prevention and treatment professionals with expertise in addressing gambling and problem gambling to form a speakers bureau. Participants will receive training in public speaking and storytelling, helping them share how problem gambling has affected their lives and communities as well as ways communities can work to mitigate gambling-related harm.


Meetings will alternate between in-person sessions at PGNO’s Columbus office and virtual meetings via Zoom. The project will culminate in the professional production of short videos featuring each Ambassador and highlighting the vital role of problem gambling prevention, treatment, and recovery support services.


Following the project’s completion, Ambassadors may be invited to take part in future speaking engagements, continuing to amplify awareness and inspire hope across Ohio communities.

Eligibility

  • An individual diagnosed with a gambling disorder who has been in recovery for at least two years OR
  • A loved one of someone with a gambling disorder OR
  • A certified prevention or licensed treatment professional with expertise in addressing problem gambling

Project Timeline

January 30, 2026-May 29, 2026
Specific dates and times for meetings and events can be found in the application.

Stipend

Up to 10 Ambassadors or their agencies will receive a $2,500 stipend to cover programmatic expenses such as time, travel, etc.

Application Requirements

  • 1. Brief Personal Description

    In 100 words or fewer, provide a brief description that highlights your background and passion for raising awareness of gambling prevention and disorder.

  • 2. Interest Statement

    Questions will gauge experience and interest in the project.

Submit your application by Friday, January 9, 2026. Applications submitted after this date may not be considered.

Apply Now

Have questions? Email us at: Applications@PGNOhio.org