SOUTH BEND, IN – The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi and its Four Winds Casinos has donated 1,000 food boxes to those in need for Christmas. This year’s Christmas food box includes a smoked ham, stuffing mix, mashed potatoes, canned corn, cranberry sauce, and a pumpkin pie. Distribution will be completed through several organizations in Indiana and Michigan, and Four Winds Casinos team members were present at the Food Bank of Northern Indiana to hand out 200 food boxes.
Additional recipient organizations in Indiana and Michigan included Feeding America Indiana in South Bend; Decatur Human Services in Decatur, MI; Marcellus Community Food Pantry in Marcellus, MI; Cooperating Ministries/Methodist Church in Hartford, MI; Action Ministry Center in Dowagiac, MI; Caring Connection in Benton Harbor, MI; and Lawrence United Methodist Church in Lawrence, MI.
“This annual tradition reinforces our ongoing commitment to actively supporting individuals and families in Southwest Michigan and Northern Indiana through a variety of causes and initiatives,” said Matthew Wesaw, Chairman of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi. “We hope these meals provide a sense of relief and joy to those that receive them.”
“The organization and delivery of these holiday meals is heartwarming for our team members,” said Mary Smith, Chief Operating Officer of Four Winds Casinos. “We are grateful for the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those that received the meals and the support of several organizations that helped with the distribution.”
“We are grateful for our continued partnership with the Pokagon Band and its Four Winds Casinos to feed the hungry,” said Marijo Martinec, the Executive Director and CEO of the Food Bank of Northern Indiana. “Their generosity and long-term commitment continue to make a positive difference for many families struggling with hunger.”
