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The Nash Casino Presents Record-Shattering $2.3 Million to Local Nonprofits
Over $21 Million Raised Throughout The Nash's First 13 Months of Operation
Nashua, NH - The Nash Casino, New Hampshire’s largest charitable gaming venue, presented nearly $2.3 million in combined contributions—a record amount for a single month—to 12 New Hampshire nonprofit organizations on Tuesday, April 28, 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 March. Throughout 13 months of operation, The Nash has generated an unprecedented $21.3 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.
“It warms our hearts to see our record-breaking month of contributions go to organizations that serve those most in need, from hungry families to disadvantaged youth or differently abled people,” said The Nash General Manager Eric Althaus. “The Nash is proud to continue long-standing partnerships with community nonprofits who put people first.”
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- Corpus Christi Food Pantry & Assistance: 215,473.19
- Nashua Children's Home: $215,473.19
- Boys & Girls Club of Souhegan Valley: $213,259.95
- NH District 1 Little League: $213,259.95
- DWMD Booster Club: $211,053.02
- Lantern Light Camps: $211,053.02
- National Federation of the Blind of NH: $195,274.36
- Operation Care for Troops: $195,274.36
- NH Hunger Solutions: $190,466.59
- Welcoming Light: $190,466.59
- NH Police, Fire, & EMS Foundation: $141,547.84
- Teachers and Paws Project: $141,547.84
Ray Southworth, president of Lantern Light Camps, said the funds they received from The Nash will enable them to increase access for more New Hampshire kids to attend their Northwood, NH summer camp, which currently serves about 500 to 600 children from around the state.
“Thanks to the contributions from The Nash, we will be able to extend access to another 200 New Hampshire kids, especially those who don’t get many opportunities like this,” Southworth said. “Our mission is to get more kids outside, provide them with the supports and tools they need to succeed, including mental health counseling, and a space for creativity and exploration.”
The number of care packages that Operation Care for the Troops is sending to active military service members, veterans and families will increase significantly thanks to the money from The Nash, according to Deborah Luszey, head of operations.
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“Last year in April, we were able to ship 1,300 high-quality requested items. This month, we are slated to send about 2,000, and we expect that to grow in the months to come,” Luszey said. “A lot of what we do wouldn’t be possible without The Nash.”
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 February, The Nash sent $1,867,656.70 to the state fund.
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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.
