SaskGaming Sponsors Al Ritchie's Food and Clothing Programs

Released on February 19, 2025

A new sponsorship from SaskGaming will help the Al Ritchie Community Association provide necessities such as clothing and food to families and individuals in Regina.

"The Al Ritchie Community Association has a long track record of successful programming, and we are pleased to provide this $25,000 sponsorship," SaskGaming President and CEO Blaine Pilatzke said. "SaskGaming recognizes the importance of corporate giving and sponsors an array of worthy nonprofit groups and organizations in the cities where we operate."

As a result of this sponsorship, SaskGaming will become the official program sponsor of the Al Ritchie's Second Chance Clothing Shop. The shop provides free clothing to more than 1,200 people each month, including casual wear, warm winter clothing, professional attire for job interviews and more.

"Our mission is to empower and uplift our community by providing programs and resources promoting education and eliminating barriers to basic needs like food and clothing," Al Ritchie Community Association Executive Director Denis Simard said. "This sponsorship keeps that momentum going."

In 2024-25, more than $250,000 of SaskGaming's annual sponsorship budget will support non-profit organizations and other community initiatives in Regina.

Casinos Regina and Moose Jaw are operated by SaskGaming, which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Lotteries and Gaming Saskatchewan.

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