Nashua, NH - The Nash Casino, New Hampshire’s largest charitable gaming venue, presented nearly $2.2 million in combined contributions to 12 New Hampshire nonprofit organizations on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. This extraordinary amount was accumulated from the combined revenues generated by games of chance, historical horse racing machines and video lottery terminals during the month of April. Throughout 14 months of operation, The Nash has generated an unprecedented $23.5 million for New Hampshire nonprofits.
In December, The Nash began offering five-day weeks to partnering nonprofits, down from seven days, in order to significantly increase the number of nonprofits served.
“We are grateful for the opportunity to support the work our nonprofit partners are doing to improve the quality of life for New Hampshire residents and families from across the state,” said Eric Althaus, General Manager of The Nash Casino. “It is fulfilling to support initiatives that aid in preserving the state’s history and the arts and provide important health and legal resources to underserved communities.”
Mary Lyn Ray, President of At Eagle Pond, Inc. said that the funds will be used to preserve Eagle Pond Farm and what it’s about and help pay for operational and program expenses. “We are overwhelmed by The Nash’s generosity that puts solid ground under what we’ve taken on, and we look forward to welcoming current and future generations who will find here a place for poetry, history and reflection,” she said.
Senior women living at the Mary A. Sweeney Home will also benefit from this month’s charitable contributions, as the organization plans to invest in recreational experiences that enhance residents’ quality of life during their later years.
"These funds will support the free legal services we provide to low-income individuals and veterans navigating eviction, family, debt and domestic violence challenges," said Ariel Clemmer, Executive Director of 603 Legal Aid. "Thanks to The Nash's generous contribution, more New Hampshire residents will have access to the essential legal resources, guidance and representation they need."
“Every individual deserves the opportunity to breathe well and live healthier lives,” said Allyssa Thompson, Co-President and Chief Executive Officer of Breathe New Hampshire. “These funds will strengthen our community-based programs, expand education and outreach efforts across New Hampshire and help connect people affected by lung disease with the resources and support they need, while advancing our mission to improve the quality of life for individuals living with lung disease.”
According to state law, 35% of games of chance revenues and 8.75% of HHR machine revenues are set aside for two nonprofits assigned to each week of gaming. The combined revenues are split evenly between the two nonprofits. In addition, 10% of games of chance and 16.5% of HHR revenues are contributed to the state Education Trust Fund. New VLT revenue is taxed at 31%. Of that amount, 35% will be contributed to local charities. The remainder is contributed to the state’s General Fund, Education Trust Fund and other state programs. In the month of April, The Nash sent $2,258,322.96 to the state fund.
For more information about The Nash visit thenashcasino.com.
About The Nash Casino: The Nash Casino, located within the Pheasant Lane Mall in Nashua, New Hampshire, is the state's largest charitable gaming venue. Spanning 130,000 square feet, it offers over 1,000 electronic games, 36 table games and 19 poker tables. Guests can enjoy DraftKings Lounge, a two-story retail sportsbook and entertainment complex, five distinct dining options — including Proper Chophouse & Cocktails, Lucky Lantern Noodle House and Woodlands Café — and the state's first Topgolf Swing Suite simulators. The Nash generated over $19.5 million in charitable contributions to 118 New Hampshire-based nonprofits in its first 12 months of operation. The Nash was developed by ECL Entertainment, a premium gaming and entertainment company based in Las Vegas, and Clairvest, a Toronto-based investment firm.
About ECL Entertainment: ECL Entertainment is a premium gaming and entertainment company based in Las Vegas and one of the foremost operators of historical horse racing machines in the United States. It operates live horse racing and several casinos with historical horse racing, including four in Kentucky, such as the Mint Gaming Hall at Kentucky Downs, as well as charitable gaming venue, The Nash Casino, in New Hampshire.
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