Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana donates $500k to fund scholastic upgrades
Gary Community School Superintendent Dr. Yvonne Stokes wants to use Hard Rock’s donation to make significant upgrades and equipment purchases.
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- Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana made the donation out to the Gary Community School Corporation, which helps to prepare students for college and future careers
- The property had a construction cost of $300m and officially opened to guests on May 14, 2021
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana has donated $500k to the Gary Community School Corporation, which helps to prepare students for college and future careers, in hopes of funding upgrades that will “jump start” basic needs across the district.
“When I first assumed the role of superintendent, I learned quite a bit about the corporate citizenship that Hard Rock of Northern Indiana consistently displays in this community. It certainly feels great to witness this generosity first-hand in support of our students,” Gary Community School Superintendent Dr. Yvonne Stokes said.
“I am excited for the students, and we are grateful for this vote of confidence in our ability to provide the best educational experience for every child we serve.”
Dr. Stokes stated that she wants to use Hard Rock’s donation to make significant upgrades and equipment purchases that will impact teaching and learning across the district.
Upgrades will begin with school gymnasiums, such as wall mats, floor resurfacing and the replacement of stadium bleachers. The donation will also help to create a library and media center as well as enhance security equipment for Gary, Indiana public schools.
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Dr. Stokes is also hopeful the donation will fund AV equipment including a sound system, microphones, smartboards, bookcases and an indoor playground sensory wall with ergonomic lighting.
“We direct our philanthropic giving to organizations that are most in need in the surrounding areas. Our leadership and staff at Hard Rock are mindful of the important role that we all play in the growth of the community,” Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana President Matt Schuffert said.
“At Hard Rock International, the motto has always been to Love All, Serve All. And we are committed to do our part to make not only Gary’s future but all of Northwest Indiana’s future, an outstanding success.”
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana was officially opened to guests on May 14, 2021 and had a construction cost of $300m. The property features more than 2,100 gaming options including over 1,700 slots and 80 table games.
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