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Contributions & Donations
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Giving Back
Boomtown Casino Biloxi and sister property Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast continue to make donations each month to various community organizations. Boomtown donated $1,000 to Wild Acres Hands on Animal Experience in April (left); $1,642.03 to the Back Bay Mission in May; and $1,195.70 in June to Loaves &
Fishes. Hollywood’s charity for April was Mystic Krewe of the Seahorse with a total of $2,300 donated; in May, Hancock County Senior Citizen Center received $3,079.84; and in June, the Hancock County Food Pantry was given $2,922.70 (above). Presented to organization officials by property executives, the money is raised through guest donations of casino ticket-in, ticket-out vouchers.
Coin Donations
WaterView Casino Hotel made several coin donations recently. In June, Paws Rescue received a $3,574.96 donation, while in July, the Warren County Childrens Shelter was the recipient of a $3,588.04 donation. General Manager Penny Bankston presented the donation checks to representatives of the organizations.
Gift Of Life
Beau Rivage held an employee blood drive in May with the American Red Cross. Team members volunteered to give blood, demonstrating
their commitment to community health and well-being. Beau Rivage’s ongoing partnership with local blood banks highlights its dedication to supporting critical healthcare initiatives and making a meaningful impact in the region.
