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Betting on Risk: What Families Need to Know About Online Gambling and its Effects on Young People

May 21, 2026 from 12 to 12:45 PM ET via Zoom
Registration Required

Join fellow DMV parents and guardians for a timely conversation on the rapidly growing world of online gambling, and what it means for young people today. From sports betting apps to gaming platforms that blur the line between play and wagering, this session will explore how these trends are showing up in teens’ lives, why they can be so hard to recognize, and the real risks they pose.

In just 45 minutes, you’ll gain practical insights, warning signs to look for, and tools to start informed, age-appropriate conversations at home. Whether you’re already concerned or just want to stay ahead of the curve, this session will help you better understand an issue that is more prevalent—and more accessible—than most realize.

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Call 1-800-SAY-TEEN or text “TEENHELP” to 855-11

We make every dollar count. The direct support of young people, their families and their communities, is our first priority. Here are examples of how your donation may be used.

$20,000

Three high school students experiencing homelessness receive a full year of rental assistance and support services so they can remain in school and graduate with their class.

$1,000

One teenager receives a safe haven, warm bed, food, and round-the-clock support for five nights at Second Story for Teens in Crisis, or
Eight months of therapy for a young woman in the Second Story for Young Mothers program.

$500

One teen receives daily counseling during a three-week stay at Second Story for Teens in Crisis, or
Twenty counseling sessions for the children and teens who are at-risk and participating in our after-school programs.

$100

Three teens receive a therapy session at Second Story for Teens in Crisis, or
Two weeks of food for a young mother and her child at Second Story for Young Mothers.

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