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Southland donates to West Cancer Foundation
Casino presents $37,349 ‘Game Changer’ funds check to help fight cancer
WEST MEMPHIS — Southland Casino Hotel presented a big check for $37,349 to the West Cancer Foundation in Memphis, Tennessee. West Cancer Foundation is committed to developing collaborative partnerships and innovative community initiatives that will improve health inequities, increase research and leave a lasting impact by removing barriers to cancer care.
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.
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.
“We support the West Cancer Foundation’s mission to advance the fight against cancer through research, education, patient support, and community outreach,” said David Wolf, general manager and president of Southland Casino Hotel. “And to take it a step further – it’s wonderful to know that we 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.”
“West Cancer Foundation is thrilled to have a growing relationship with Southland Casino. We are incredibly grateful for the phenomenal gift we just received. Their generosity will
Horseshoe gives school backpacks
Horseshoe Tunica donated 300 backpacks to Jonestown Elementary, Curls for Girls in Memphis, and Sacred Heart Southern Missions. Pictured left to right are Robyn Johnson, Angelic Gardner and Cynthia J. Smith.
Pictured left to right, Leighanne Soden, executive director of West Cancer Foundation; Neki Catron, Southland Casino Hotel community engagement manager; Jennifer Strain, special initiative manager at West Cancer Foundation; and Francis Guidry, Southland Casino Hotel marketing specialist.
help so many in our community who don’t have the means for breast screenings, or reliable transportation to their provider. Neki Catron has been a gleaming light of inspiration to us and through her promotion of our work, I know we will broaden our outreach to those who need us the most,” said Leighanne Soden – executive director of West Cancer Foundation
National Civil Rights Museum receives $10,000 from Fitz Casino
Fitz Casino and Hotel recently donated $10,000 to the National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee. Pictured are members of the Fitz Casino and Hotel family and executives from the National Civil Rights Museum.
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