About RICPG

Discover our mission to promote responsible gambling and support those in need.

About us

Our Mission, Vision, Values

The Mission of the RICPG is to promote public health concerning gambling in Rhode Island. The RICPG will educate and effectively communicate with the gaming industry, the public, grass community organizations and the legislature and other branches of state government as well as treatment providers concerning problem and responsible gambling.

Our Vision is to ensure that the citizens of RI are well informed and educated about

  • The spectrum of gambling issues
  • Responsible gaming
  • Treatment options

Our Values:

  • RICPG is dedicated to the building of strategic alliances and partnerships thru the collaborative action of a broad range of people and organizations.
  • RICPG does not take a position for or against legalized gambling. 
  • RICPG will treat all those affected by problem gambling and all stakeholders with respect
Meet Our Team

Together for a Responsible Future

Promoting responsible gambling through teamwork, education, and access to essential resources.

Tommy Joyce, President

CODAC

Ernie Adams, Vice President

Rhode Island State Police

Cristina Amedeo, Treasurer

United Way

Nancy Murray, Secretary

Consultant

John Cipolla, At Large Executive Committee

Council Project Manager

Mark Furcolo

Director - RI Lottery

Jessica Paulhaus, Chair- Training/Education Committee

Johnson & Wales University

Lisa Blanchette

State of Rhode Island Department of Probation and Parole

Heather Hilton

Fellowship Health Resources

David Lema

State of Rhode Island Department of Correction

Jade Luchauer

IGT

Jeffrey Morin

State of Rhode Island Office of the Attorney General

Paul Rocchio

Bridgemark

Janet Barry Rogers

Treatment Provider

John J. Tassoni, Jr

CEO, SUMHLC

Dana Weiner

Lawyers Helping Lawyers

Angelo Miccoli
Diane Dufresne

Pawtucket Prevention Coalition

Support and Resources Available

RICPG provides a wide range of programs and services designed to educate, prevent, and support.

Principles That Drive Us

Our Core Values

Commitment To Integrity
Focus On
Community
Dedication To Education
Advocacy For Common Sense Policy