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West Memphis, AR – March
2021 / Newsmaker Alert / On
Friday, March 12, 2021, Southland
Casino Racing presented Families
in Transition (FIT), a nonprofit organization that supports Crittenden
County by providing shelter, safety and support to victims of domestic
violence, human trafficking, sexual assault, elder abuse, teen dating violence
and surviving family members of homicide victims.
For
guests of the gaming venue, it’s as easy as dropping off and gifting the
change that’s left on a slot voucher or racing ticket at wishing wells,
located throughout the casino floor.
The
campaign is part of parent company Delaware North’s “Game Changer” initiative
across its gaming properties in the United States, with the goal of making
a positive change in those local communities.
“We
have a deep appreciation for the work that Families in Transition does
to help our community,” said David Wolf, general manager and president
of Southland Casino Racing. “And to take it a step further – it’s wonderful
to know that we and our patrons are a part of something even larger, as
patrons of other gaming venues within our company’s U.S. portfolio are
helping those in need within their respective communities.”
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All
proceeds of Delaware North’s Game Changer campaign are provided to local
organizations focused on creating positive community impact within each
participating location.
On
March 1, 2021, Southland Casino Racing launched its next fundraising campaign
to benefit The Boys & Girls Clubs of Crittenden County, a non-profit
organization that provides programs and activities for over 1000 boys and
girls in Crittenden County, Arkansas each year.
The
Game Changer initiative is designed to function throughout the year, with
multiple local charities benefitting at each location, including at Southland
Casino Racing. Other Delaware North gaming locations set to participate
at this time are Jumer’s Casino & Hotel (Rock Island, Ill.); Mardi
Gras Casino & Resort (Nitro, W.Va.); and Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack
(Wheeling, W.Va.).
About
Families in Transition
Families
in Transition is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that provides shelter,
safety and support services to victims of domestic violence, human trafficking,
sexual assault, elder abuse, teen dating violence and surviving family
members of homicide victims. They began providing services in March 1997.
Their shelter and transitional housing programs are located in Crittenden
County, Arkansas. For more information visit: www.Facebook.com/FITWM.
About
Southland Casino Racing
Southland
Casino Racing has been a major racing venue for more than 60 years
and the casino offers slot machines plus live table games – as well as
sports betting. Restaurants at Southland include the Sports Bar & Grill,
Bourbon Street Steakhouse & Grill and Café 56. Southland has
long been a pivotal fixture of the West Memphis community, strongly supporting
the community with jobs, business stability, and economic contributions.
It has consistently won awards for its outstanding community service, including
millions of dollars donated to neighborhood charities and educational institutions.
Southland is owned and operated by Delaware North, a global leader in hospitality.
More information is available at www.SouthlandCasino.com.
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Contact:
Natalie
Carlson
Marketing
Manager
Southland
Casino Racing
870-225-0245
About
Delaware North
Delaware
North is a global hospitality and entertainment company founded in
1915 and owned by the Jacobs family for more than 100 years. Delaware North
operates at high-profile places such as sports and entertainment venues,
national and state parks, cultural landmarks, destination resorts and restaurants,
airports, and regional casinos. Our associates are dedicated to delighting
guests by creating the world’s best experiences. Delaware North serves
millions of guests each year in the sports, travel hospitality, restaurant
and catering, lodging, gaming, and specialty retail industries. Learn more
about Delaware North at www.DelawareNorth.com.
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