The Alliance’s Chief Advocate, Tim Costello, said the Alliance receives no federal or state government funding and is reliant on donations for its operations. “With the NSW Premier’s public support of a cashless gambling card there is now a once in a generation opportunity to introduce real gambling reform, but it is being fiercely resisted by Clubs NSW which has very deep pockets,” he said. “The same situation is being mirrored in other jurisdictions where the gambling industry are pushing back hard against any sensible reforms that might reduce their profits.” 

Without increased funding support, the Alliance will need to limit its activities to particular communities. Rev. Costello is seeking donations and sponsorship from government, business, philanthropists and the public in order to continue the critical fight to reduce the terrible toll gambling takes in so many families. “Many people tell me they are fed up with the power and reach of gambling across our screens, on our phones, online, capturing our sport, and teaching our children that gambling is a fundamental part of the Australian way of life. But if we want change, we need to support one of the only independent organisations in the country pushing back against gambling interests,” Rev. Costello said.