SugarHouse Casino
PHILADELPHIA—November 23, 2010—SugarHouse Casino announced today that its employees have donated 250 turkeys to several charities in the casino’s immediate community, providing Thanksgiving meals for the less fortunate.
It started when the SugarHouse leadership team decided to buy all of its nearly 1,000 employees their holiday birds this season to show how thankful they are for the team’s hard work and dedication.
The employees were offered the option to donate their turkeys to local groups – and more than 25 percent of the work force opted to give their turkeys to those less fortunate.
“The SugarHouse team really came through once again, and together we are donating more than 250 turkeys to local schools and charities that directly support the surrounding communities,” said Wendy Hamilton, SugarHouse’s general manager. “This generous act is another reminder of our fantastic team members and their dedication to providing great service for our customers and community.”
The turkeys are going to groups such as Fishtown’s St. Francis Inn, St. Peter’s School, the Philadelphia Brotherhood Rescue Mission, Fishtown Action and Holy Name of Jesus Parish – all dedicated to helping those in need.
SugarHouse’s support for the community runs deep, and through a partnership with the Penn Treaty Special Services District (SSD), the casino has helped fund many neighborhood improvement programs. These programs include student enrichment activities, as well as improvements to local parks and playgrounds. The SSD includes Fishtown, Northern Liberties and parts of Kensington and Port Richmond.
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ABOUT SUGARHOUSE CASINO
SugarHouse Casino, opened in September 2010, is Philadelphia’s first casino. SugarHouse features 1,600 slots, up to 40 table games, fun and unique dining options, riverfront views and free on-site parking. The casino employs approximately 900 people and is one of 10 operating casinos in Pennsylvania. For more information, visit www.sugarhousecasino.com.