New Hampshire’s decision to legalize casinos came with a single purpose – to funnel a portion of the revenue to charities and nonprofits.
With the growth of gambling and this new revenue stream, many charities across the state are scrambling for a coveted spot on casino schedules to receive these funds.
Many organizations that apply for a spot on the casino’s calendar are left in a state of uncertainty, often receiving little to no explanation for their selection or rejection, which makes this unregulated system feel increasingly opaque and unpredictable.
For a year, Carl Nolin, a fundraiser for the American Legion Post in Concord, has been locked in a relentless battle to secure a spot on the calendar of any of the state’s 14 operating gaming halls since the Concord Casino, their former partner, closed its doors.
