Las Vegas, NV – In a generous display of corporate philanthropy, Station Casinos presented a $100,000 donation to Three Square Food Bank on Tuesday. The donation was made during a special event at the Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa, where representatives from both organizations came together to celebrate the partnership and the impact it will have on the local community.
Three Square Food Bank is a leading hunger-relief organization in Southern Nevada, providing food assistance to over 180,000 individuals each month. The organization operates a network of food pantries, meal programs, and mobile distribution sites, serving those in need throughout the region. With the ongoing economic challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, the demand for food assistance has surged, making donations like this one from Station Casinos crucial to supporting the community.
At the event, Station Casinos executives spoke about their commitment to giving back to the community and supporting organizations like Three Square Food Bank that are making a difference in the lives of those in need. The $100,000 donation will help Three Square Food Bank continue to meet the growing demand for food assistance and provide vital support to struggling families in the Las Vegas area.
“We are proud to support the important work that Three Square Food Bank is doing to combat hunger in our community,” said Joe Hasson, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa. “As a company with deep roots in Southern Nevada, we believe it is our responsibility to give back and support those in need. We hope that this donation will make a meaningful impact and help alleviate some of the challenges faced by our neighbors during these difficult times.”
In addition to the donation, Station Casinos also announced a partnership with Three Square Food Bank to host a series of fundraising events and food drives at their properties throughout the year. These events will provide guests and employees with opportunities to support the organization and contribute to its mission of fighting hunger in the community.
“We are grateful for the generosity of Station Casinos and their commitment to helping us in our mission to end hunger in Southern Nevada,” said Brian Burton, President, and CEO of Three Square Food Bank. “This donation will make a significant difference in our ability to provide food assistance to those in need, and we are excited about the partnership we have formed with Station Casinos to continue working together to support our community.”
Overall, the $100,000 donation from Station Casinos is a testament to the company’s dedication to corporate social responsibility and their desire to make a positive impact on the community. Through their support of organizations like Three Square Food Bank, they are helping to ensure that no one in Southern Nevada goes hungry and that those in need have access to nutritious food and support during challenging times.