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FanDuel Makes Third $1M Donation to UNCF to Support Students from Ohio HBCUs
FanDuel, North America’s premier online gaming company, announced a $1 million donation supporting the UNCF (United Negro College Fund) whose mission is to build a robust and nationally recognised pipeline of under-represented students who, because of UNCF support, become highly qualified college graduates. The donation will financially support students at 10 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) across Ohio. FanDuel’s latest donation is the third in three years, as the company has also helped to support UNCF’s efforts in Virginia and Maryland. This latest support is timed to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the launch of mobile sports betting in Ohio.
Through the donation, UNCF will provide direct aid to help students in a variety of areas, including technology, housing, food security, tuition and other education-related expenses. As part of the partnership, FanDuel will also work with UNCF to recruit students from the schools to join its internship programme at one of the company’s U.S. offices.
“We’re always looking for ways to make a positive impact in the communities in which we operate our sportsbook. As we reflect on our first year of operation in Ohio, we’re proud to continue our partnership with UNCF to support the HBCU community in the state and look forward to supporting hard-working students at institutions across Ohio,” Christian Genetski, President of FanDuel, said.
The 10 institutions in Ohio impacted by the donation include Case Western University, Central State University, Chamberlain University, Franklin University, Herzing University-Akron, Ohio State University-Newark Campus, Union Institute & University, Ursuline College, Wilberforce University and University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College.
“We truly appreciate the ongoing support from FanDuel, as financial and academic supports like this help make a real difference for HBCUs and their students. We look forward to continuing our partnership; students benefit so much from internship opportunities,” Maurice E. Jenkins, Jr., executive vice president and chief fundraising officer of UNCF, said.
This marks the third donation from FanDuel to the UNCF. The first donation came in February 2021 when FanDuel Group and the Washington Commanders made a $1 million donation to UNCF to support students at Virginia’s five HBCUs, and the second came in December 2022 when FanDuel Group donated an additional $1 million to support Maryland’s four HBCUs.
Novomatic Netherlands has appointed Alexander Legat as its CEO.
Legat takes over from Zane Mersich, who has moved onto the company’s Supervisory Board.
His appointment has bolstered Novomatic Netherlands’ management team with two decades of legal and operational experience in the gaming industry.
Legat will also bring knowledge gained at Novomatic’s Austrian subsidiaries into his new role.
“I am grateful for the new operational role in the dynamic Dutch market and look forward to working with the local team and the opportunities that lie ahead,” he said.
The Novomatic Netherlands’ management board said in a statement: “With Dr. Alexander Legat, Novomatic Netherlands is gaining a first-rate legal expert who not only knows the group extremely well but has also already worked closely with the national subsidiaries.
“His appointment is an important step in our work to successfully meet the future challenges in the Dutch market and further expand our position.”
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During this year’s Charity Night, AskGamblers raised €106,500, thanks to their partners who auctioned for paid positions on the website. The funds raised on 12 June are now being donated to the Hydrocephalus and Spina Bifida Association of Serbia (HISBAS).
Every year, AskGamblers hosts a Charity Night as part of AskGamblers Awards, during which the company’s partners auction for paid positions on the website. On 12 June, AskGamblers raised a record-breaking €106,500.
As Charity Month 2024 kicks off, the entire sum raised during Charity Night will be donated to the Hydrocephalus and Spina Bifida Association of Serbia (HISBAS), an organisation that aims to improve and protect the health and quality of life of children living with spina bifida and hydrocephalus.
Dijana Radunović, General Manager at AskGamblers, commented: “It is always a thrill to raise another record-breaking sum, especially as it is all for a good cause. We couldn’t be more grateful to our partners for their contributions; none of this would be possible without them. Thank you for making another Charity Month a success.”
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Stretch Network, an online poker software provider dedicated to strategically supporting its partners in developing and optimising poker operations, will participate in the SBC Summit Lisbon 2024 at stand B155. Offering a comprehensive range of services, including custom website development, ongoing maintenance and assistance in obtaining the necessary operating licenses, Stretch Network provides tailored solutions for various operational models, such as White Label, API and Turnkey, ensuring that its partners have the most suitable tools for success.
The SBC Summit Lisbon is anticipated to be one of the industry’s most significant events this year, offering a premier platform for learning, networking and exploring the latest industry trends. Stretch’s participation underscores its commitment to innovation and collaboration within the online gaming sector.
As one of 600 exhibitors, the Company will showcase its latest offerings and features, engage with industry professionals and existing partners, explore future collaborations and discuss necessary developments that will shape the tomorrow of online poker.
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