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- Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana recently donated $100,000 to Gary.
- The money is meant to help the city recover from devastating storms that swept through the area recently.
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana donated $100,000 to the city of Gary for storm recovery, according to an announcement Thursday from Mayor Eddie Melton.
The money is intended to help Gary residents affected by recent destructive storms that caused damage and prolonged power outages across Northwest Indiana.
For a regional casino operator, the donation stands out as a direct local relief contribution tied to an ongoing recovery effort.
Funds aimed at immediate recovery needs
According to the city, the relief funds may be used for essential supplies, including food, hydration, health and hygiene items, as well as cleaning and debris removal materials.
The donation comes after many residents in Northwest Indiana, including in Gary, were left dealing with storm-related damage and extended outages. The report said some Gary residents may have to wait two weeks for power to be restored.
That timeline underscores the immediate need for support beyond utility restoration, particularly for households dealing with spoiled food, cleanup costs, and basic day-to-day necessities.
Based on reporting by Maya Liquigan for nwi.com.
