As part of its parent company Delaware North’s “Game Changer” initiative, Southland Casino Racing on Tuesday presented Memphis’ Hattiloo Theatre with a check for $44,346.
“We support the Hattiloo Theatre’s vision to develop a modern performing-arts venue that is accessible to, relevant to, and reflective of a multicultural community,” said David Wolf, general manager and president of Southland Casino Racing. “And to take it a step further — it’s wonderful to know that we are a part of something even larger, as patrons of other gaming venues within our company’s U.S. portfolio are helping those in need within their respective communities.”
“After two years of social and cultural distancing, this generous donation will not only help Hattiloo recover from the fiscal challenges precipitated by the pandemic, but it will also enable it to serve as a supportive space, where artists can continue to articulate the complexity and beauty of Black life through their craft,” said Ekundayo Bandele, founder and CEO of Hattiloo Theatre.
Since September of 2020, the Game Changer program at Southland has raised over $243,000 for the local community.
