The Illinois Lottery is once again partnering with the Illinois Council on Problem Gambling (ICPG) to support March as Problem Gambling Awareness Month in Illinois.  Held annually, Problem Gambling Awareness Month is a nationwide initiative that aims to raise public awareness of the availability of problem gambling prevention, treatment, and recovery services.  The Illinois Lottery’s 2025 Problem Gambling Awareness Month campaign, themed “Help and hope are here: Call 1-800-GAMBLER,” seeks to foster greater awareness and empathy, break down barriers to treatment, and provide support for individuals and families impacted by gambling-related harm. If gambling has become a problem for you or someone you know, call 1-800-GAMBLER for help. The helpline is a free, confidential 24-hour service that can connect callers to information, counseling, and support. Helpline staff are also available by live chat at AreYouReallyWinning.org or by texting “GAMB” to 833234. To learn more about responsible gaming, visit the Illinois Lottery Responsible Gaming page.

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