That's the view of association president Aogán Ó Fearghaíl, who has identified the fall off in volunteers as a major issue.
He made his comments at the national launch of Féile 2016 which takes place from June 17th to 19th.
The Cavan native says success in gaelic games is usually down to lots of people coming together.
Meanwhile, Offaly and Longford meet in the Leinster Minor Football Championship qualifier round this evening.
Throw in at Pearse Park is at 6.45
