Page 22 - Mississippi/Louisiana Gaming News - Spring, 2026

Contributions & Donations
Holiday Food Drive
Pearl River Resort, Bok Homa and Crystal Sky associates hosted a holiday food drive in December, collecting and donating hundreds of pounds of non-perishable items to support local families in need. The initiative benefited local organizations that offer vital resources to families facing food insecurity in the region. Associates from across all departments contributed, demonstrating their deep commitment to service and community upliftment.
Talking Turkey
WaterView Casino Hotel donated Thanksgiving turkeys before the holidays to several community organizations, including the Warren County Children’s Shelter (left), River City Rescue Mission, Salvation Army (right), and Hope Pantry. Delivering the turkeys to the organizations on behalf of WaterView were Chris Melton, Sean McLeod, General Manager Penny Bankston and Mike Emery.
Helping In Natchez
Magnolia Bluffs Casino Hotel made several donations at the end of 2025, including a $5,000 gift to the Adams County CASA (right). Additionally, $1,000 donations were made to the Natchez-Adams County Chamber of Commerce (far right), the Natchez-Adams School District, Trend Health and Rehab of Natchez and Christmas in Natchez, which works to adorn the city with lights and decor during the holiday
season. Recent donations also included $2,500 to the MDP Reach; $1,500 to the Concordia Parish Sheriff’s Office; and $500 to Monica’s Hope.
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Showing They Care
Palace Casino Resort donated $10,000 to the Community Care Network Sue’s Home in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. The faith- based nonprofit offers physical, emotional and spiritual support to clients by providing life-skill training and safe supportive housing. Palace CFO George Conwill presented the donation to Diane and Wallace Easley.
Supporting the Community
Trop Casino Greenville supported the community in December in many meaningful ways. Team members (above) donated gifts and spent time playing games with residents at Legacy Manor Nursing Care Center. HERO volunteers also distributed food and clothing with St. Vincent De Paul (below) and the Hearty Helping Hand Food Pantry & Soup Kitchen.
Food Fight For Good
Hollywood Gulf Coast held a Food Fight Donation Challenge to collect non- perishable food for the Hancock County Food Pantry. Team members donated 300 pounds of canned goods and other shelf-stable items. The
security department won the challenge by bringing in the most donations and will receive a food party of their choice.