WONDR NATION Partners with United Way of Southeastern Connecticut for its Year-Long Day of Caring Program
Mashantucket, CT (SEPTEMBER 27, 2023)
The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, coordinating through its online gaming and entertainment company WONDR NATION®, today announced its partnership with the United Way of Southeastern Connecticut, a vital network of local health and human service programs and initiatives in the state of Connecticut. Through this initiative, WONDR NATION will serve as the presenting sponsor of the year-long Day of Caring program, which launched the first event at the Saint Vincent de Paul Place in New London County, CT on September 26, 2023.
As part of this inaugural initiative, WONDR NATION’s volunteers proudly helped the Saint Vincent de Paul Place with much-needed projects like the creation of a new Welcome Center and Serving Line at the Norwich location, deep cleaning efforts in the kitchen and dining areas, and assisting in serving lunch. The Saint Vincent DePaul Place provides critical services to the community, including access to a Food Pantry, served meals, dining facilities, and case managers to assist clients in accessing essential benefits. This community giveback effort furthers WONDR NATION’s commitment to community involvement and social impact.
“We are truly honored to partner with the United Way of Southeastern Connecticut to make a tangible difference in our community,” said Anika Howard, President and CEO of WONDR NATION. “We strongly believe in investing in our local area, so we were elated to be on the ground yesterday actively helping the Saint Vincent De Paul Place team and we look forward to the upcoming initiatives that help to improve local Connecticut communities.”
For each quarterly Day of Caring, the United Way of Southeastern Connecticut brings together 30-50 volunteers to create a positive impact for nonprofits helping our neighbors in need. “We are grateful to work with WONDR NATION, which shares our commitment to advancing, elevating and investing in our community,” said Dina Sears-Graves, President and CEO of United Way of Southeastern Connecticut. “We were heartened to see the pride and enthusiasm the WONDR NATION team had during the Saint Vincent de Paul Place Day of Caring and could see how seriously they care about their social impact initiatives. We look forward to working with the team on upcoming quarterly projects.”
Known for bringing best-in-class gaming experiences and emerging technologies to players, WONDR NATION continues to innovate within the industry through its forward-thinking strategies for providing immersive, educational STEM resources and business networking opportunities to the area. Earlier this year, WONDR NATION sponsored The Artisan Entrepreneur Symposium at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center to empower local entrepreneurs and conducted its signature WONDR Lab’s STEM-focused learning program for tribal youth, among many other community-focused initiatives.
“Community engagement is an integral part of our tribe's values and, by extension, WONDR NATION's core principles,” said Tribal Chairman Rodney Butler. “We are proud to support our local United Way chapter and its critical initiatives that carry out our shared mission of making a difference in the lives of individuals and families in Connecticut."
"I can't emphasize enough the pride we take in this partnership. It's not just about supporting our community; it's about fostering connections that build a stronger, more compassionate Connecticut," said Michele Scott, Tribal Councilor and United Way of Southeastern Connecticut Board Member. ”WONDR NATION's commitment to community engagement aligns seamlessly with the local United Way’s vision for a thriving and interconnected region. Together, we are not only effecting change today but also laying the foundation for a more promising tomorrow."
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About WONDR NATION
WONDR NATION is an online gaming entertainment company focused on partnering with best-in-class gaming platforms and using emerging technologies and trends to create new and exciting experiences for players. Owned by the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, equality and diversity are deeply engrained into WONDR NATION’s company makeup as well as its ongoing endeavors. With corporate responsibility and sustainable play serving as key driving forces, WONDR NATION is committed to educating players about maintaining healthy user habits, and developing the next generation of gaming professionals through educational programs, vocational training and employment opportunities.
About the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation
The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation is a federally recognized Indian tribe located at one of America's oldest Indian reservations, Mashantucket, in Southeastern Connecticut. As pioneers of the Indian Gaming casino industry, the history of the Mashantucket Pequots reveals one of America's greatest come-back stories, featured at the Tribe's world renowned Mashantucket Pequot Museum. Today, the Tribe owns and operates one of the largest Integrated Resort Casino destinations in North America, Foxwoods Resort Casino, along with a variety of complementary businesses including a world-class golf course, luxury spa, Pequot Pharmaceutical Network, and Pequot Plus Health Benefit Services. As one of Connecticut's highest revenue contributors and largest employers, the Mashantucket Pequots have provided the state more than $4 billion in slot revenue through a first-of-its-kind agreement, established in 1993. Likewise, the Tribe has contributed hundreds of millions in donations and sponsorships for the benefit of communities and tribes in need, locally and throughout the U.S.
ABOUT THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT
United Way of Southeastern Connecticut is a locally-based non-profit organization supporting a network of health and human services, programs, and initiatives in New London County that work together to help people in need and improve community conditions. Supported programs make an impact in four areas: Basic Needs; Community Wellness; Promoting Independence; and Thriving Children and Youth.
United Way operates the Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center which provides food to a network of 72 member food programs in New London County and a Mobile Pantry, at no cost to those in need. United Way supports 2-1-1 Connecticut for free information and referral 24/7 and Project Warm-up for one-time, emergency heating assistance. Visit United Way online at www.uwsect.org.
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