Our Commitment
Penn National Gaming Foundation, Inc. grants shall be used to address the broad needs of the residents of the communities in which Penn National Gaming, Inc. (PNGI) operates or has a business interest, which currently includes the following states: Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.
Funding Criteria
Foundation grants shall generally fall in the following categories:
- Community Development: Projects and programs related to community infrastructure improvements, public safety, economic development, housing, historic preservation, citizen involvement, civic leadership training, and other general community activities.
- Education: Programs which support pre-school, elementary and secondary education, post-secondary education and special education programs.
- Human Services: Programs which address the needs of children and youth, senior citizens and disadvantaged populations, especially in times of natural or man made disaster.
- Cultural Affairs & Diversity: Programs and facilities designed to foster an understanding, appreciation and celebration of different cultures and encourage participation among individuals of different cultures and belief systems.
- Health: Local health and medical-related programs.
Applicants must have tax-exempt status under section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code, and must be physically located in the city, town or region where Penn National Gaming has a business interest. For a list of current Penn National Gaming properties please visit pngaming.com.
Grant Timeline
Grant determinations will be considered on a quarterly basis. Applications are due by 5pm Eastern on the following dates in order to be considered for that quarter. Late applications will be forwarded to the next quarter for review:
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January 1, 2011
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April 1, 2011
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July 1, 2011
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October 1, 2011
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