Anderson, IN–Dec. 6, 2018 — Harrah's Hoosier Park Racing & Casino is underway with another holiday season of giving, benefiting local non-profit agencies all while providing a fun experience for its guests. Those who are looking for a unique way to give back over the holidays can participate in the annual $10,000 Charity Slot Tournament or the Gift & Game program this December.
Guests have two more chances to play in Harrah's Hoosier Park's $10,000 Charity Slot Tournament, held on Sunday, December 9 and Sunday, December 16. Tournament registration begins at 9 a.m. each day at the Total Rewards center, with 25 tournament sessions taking place between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. The top scorer of each session will receive $50 in free slot play. The top scorer of the day will win $1,000 in free slot play, and the second top scorer will win $500.
Guests may participate with a donation of an unwrapped children's toy, valued at $10 or more, or a minimum cash donation of $10. Guests may play in the tournament more than once, and all donations are sent directly to local children's charitable organizations and toy drives, including Operation Love, Alternatives, Saint Vincent DePaul, The Salvation Army and Madison County Community Health Center.
Guests may also participate in Gift & Game, held every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday in December. Guests wishing to make a $10 donation will be awarded $10 in free slot play as a thank you for the contribution. Donations made through Gift & Game will benefit the Leadership Academy of Madison County's (LAMC) Season of Giving Gift Fair,and various local non-profits.
The Season of Giving GiftFairis a project developed by the LAMC with a goal of bringing various organizations to one community exhibition. The annual fair gives shoppers a choice of charitable holiday gifts to honor family and friends while supporting local charities and non-profit organizations in a festive atmosphere. Harrah's Hoosier Park's fundraising match will directly benefit the organizations that participated in the gift fair.
"Year after year, our guests demonstrate sincere generosity over the holiday season by making donations to our charitable programs," said Becky Young, vice president of marketing at Harrah's Hoosier Park. "Last year we raised more than $12,000 for local charities, and collected 1,099 toys to brighten the holidays for so many children. This is what the holiday season is all about, and we want our guests to know how grateful we are for their contributions."
About Harrah's Hoosier Park
Harrah's Hoosier Park, which is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Caesars Entertainment Corporation (NASDAQ: CZR), holds multiple awards from industry publications for customer service, entertainment, gaming, dining, and team member culture. Harrah's Hoosier Park, a fully-integrated gaming and racing facility, features 2,000 of the latest slots and electronic table games and a 7/8 mile oval horse track offering live harness racing each year. Simulcast wagering is offered year-round at Hoosier Park Racing & Casino, the Winner's Circle Pub, Grille & OTB in Indianapolis and Winner's Circle OTB & VooDoo BBQ & Grill in New Haven/Fort Wayne, Ind. For more information, please visit www.HoosierPark.com. Must be 18 or older to wager on horse racing at racetracks and 21 or older to gamble at casinos. Know When To Stop Before You Start.® Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-9-WITH-IT (1-800-994-8448) ©2018 Caesars License Company, LLC.
Kiersten Flint