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Head of prominent gambling addiction nonprofit resigns over $2 million donation from Kalshi

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What happened

National Council on Problem Gambling executive director Heather Maurer required board members to sign NDAs before revealing the donation.

Key facts

  • Reported by Fortune and published Fri, 09 Oct 2026 18:46:35 UTC.

Why it matters

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What to watch next

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Coverage timeline

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