AKWESASNE, NY – Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort (AMCR) has launched a new charity donation feature where guests can play and have a chance to give back to the community. Starting Dec. 2, a newly installed charity donation option will be available on the property’s US Ticket Redemption Center machines for guests to donate to one of three local community organizations.
“We are thrilled to show our appreciation and support to the community of Akwesasne through launching this new charity campaign,” said Scott Freeman, General Manager. “AMCR would like to express our sincere gratitude to our guests in advance for your donation to the community.”
With the new feature, guests will have the option to donate their change from slot ticket redemptions to one of the following local charities:
Saint Regis Food Pantry: Promoting general health and welfare of the nation’s Indian population. The Food Distribution Program (FDP) is offered to eligible community members of Akwesasne as an alternative to the existing food stamp program administered by the Franklin County Department of Social Services.
The Saint Regis Mohawk Office for the Aging: An organization of the tribal government whose intent is to provide services to the senior citizens of the Akwesasne service area. The Office for the Aging will serve those with the greatest economic and social needs.
Akwesasne Boys and Girls Club: A non-profit, after-school program serving community members ages 6 to 20 and their families since 2001. Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club provides a safe place to learn and grow; ongoing relationships with caring, adult professionals; life and skill enhancing programs; character development experiences; hope and opportunity.