Shown from left is The Nash Security Director Robert Page, Cheryl Dutton, vice president of the Lakes Region Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of New Hampshire, President Deanna O’Brien and her husband Dennis O’Brien as well as The Nash Assistant General Manager Aaron Feinberg. Courtesy photo/The Nash Casino

NASHUA – The Nash Casino presented nearly $2.3 million in combined contributions, a record amount for a single month, to 12 nonprofit organizations on April 28.

This 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’s nonprofits.

In December 2025, 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 General Manager Eric Althaus. “The Nash is proud to continue long-standing partnerships with community nonprofits who put people first.”

The recipients are as follows:

Shown from left is The Nash Assistant General Manager Aaron Feinberg, Welcoming Light CEO Henry Och and the Nash General Manager Eric Althaus. Courtesy photo/The Nash Casino

-Corpus Christi Food Pantry & Assistance: 215,473

-Nashua Children’s Home: $215,473

-Boys & Girls Club of Souhegan Valley: $213,259

-New Hampshire District 1 Little League: $213,259

-DanceWorks Movement Design Booster Club: $211,053

Shown from left is The Nash Assistant General Manager Aaron Feinberg, Deborah Luszey of Operation Care for the Troops, President Ted Luszey, Volunteer Coordinator Keri Martin, Team Lead Debbe Walter and The Nash Security Director Robert Page. Courtesy photo/The Nash Casino

-Lantern Light Camps: $211,053

-National Federation of the Blind of New Hampshire: $195,274

-Operation Care for Troops: $195,274

-New Hampshire Hunger Solutions: $190,466

-Welcoming Light: $190,466

Shown from left is The Nash Communications Director Christine Latino, Maria Crowley, president of the DanceWorks Movement Design Parent Booster Club, Fundraising Coordinator Kimberly Burton and The Nash Director of Security Robert Page. Courtesy photo/The Nash Casino

-New Hampshire Police, Fire, & EMS Foundation: $141,547

-Teachers and Paws Project: $141,547

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 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 Head of Operations Deborah Luszey.

Shown from left is The Nash Assistant General Manager Aaron Feinberg, Edith Hernandez, residential supervisor at the Nashua Children’s Home, Executive Director Matthew Fentross, Development and Marketing Coordinator Jonelle Rexenes and The Nash General Manager Eric Althaus. Courtesy photo/The Nash Casino

“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.”

Shown from left is The Nash Security Director Robert Page, Robert Hesseltine, board member of Corpus Christi Food Pantry and Assistance, Board President Diana Lavash, Treasurer Robert Blaisdell and The Nash Assistant General Manager Aaron Feinberg. Courtesy photo/The Nash Casino