If you're looking for a way to give back to your community, there's no better place than a foundation funded by Caesars Entertainment.
The New Albany-based foundation has awarded 34 grants totaling $350,000 to community organizations in Floyd County, Indiana, the Courier & Press reports.
"Our community has many incredible organizations doing such meaningful work to serve, support, and uplift Floyd County and our residents," says the executive director of the Caesars Foundation.
"We recognize that the needs are complex and varied, but we are committed to being a steadfast resource to our community."
Among the organizations receiving a grant from the foundation: Arts Alliance of Southern Indiana Beautiful As You Are: To improve the mental health of girls ages 6-18 through decompression activities and interactive workshops to build self-esteem and teach coping strategies Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kentuckiana: To impact the lives of Floyd County youth through mentorship Camp Quality Kentuckiana: To help children in who are dealing with cancer to participate in Camp Quality Kentuckiana, $12,500 Center for Women and Families: To support Floyd County residents experiencing intimate partner violence and sexual assault through crisis intervention, case management, support groups, and community education Fairmont Elementary: To update lights, sound, stage and rehearsal space at Fairmont Elementary School,
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