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Bill Walton Accepts $50,000 from Sycuan Casino for
OChallenged Athletes Foundation
n Sunday, February 19th, NBA Hall of Famer Bill Walton accepted a $50,000 check from Sycuan Casino on behalf of the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF). e donation provided by Sycuan is part
of the casino’s promise to CAF to donate a percentage of its GameDay Sports Bar & Grill’s annual sales, which began in 2012.
“We’re very proud of our partnership with the Challenged Athletes Foundation,” said Cody Martinez, Chairman of the Sycuan Tribal Council. “ e opportunities CAF provides throughout the San Diego community and beyond is unparalleled. It’s an honor to help support their mission and we look forward to working with them for years to come.”
“We are humbled by the incredible support from Sycuan throughout the years,” said Nancy Reynolds, Senior Director of Business Development at CAF.
“Sycuan has funded the CAF mission of enhancing the lives of those with physical challenges through sports that increases self-esteem, encourages independence and provides a springboard to success in life. is donation and partnership
doesn’t just change lives — it rede nes what’s possible.”
“With Sycuan’s powerful, impactful
support and assistance, CAF is able
to provide the necessary foundational
leadership, programs and equipment to help build lives around San Diego and beyond,” said Bill
Walton, NBA Hall of Famer. “ ank you Sycuan and CAF for making me and countless others happy, whole and productive.”
It is the mission of the Challenged Athletes Foundation to provide opportunities and support to people with physical challenges, so they can pursue active lifestyles through physical tness and competitive athletics. e Challenged Athletes Foundation believes that involvement in sports
at any level increases self-esteem, encourages independence and enhances quality of life.
Sycuan Casino began as a humble Bingo Palace in 1983. Now more than 33 years later, it has become a community landmark. Undergoing a massive renovation in 2012, Sycuan features 2,000 exciting reel and video slot machines, more than 40 gaming tables, including poker and bingo and a variety of restaurants. Open 24 hours daily. For more information about Sycuan Casino visit Sycuan.com or call 619-445-6002.
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