NORTHWOOD, IOWA—Diamond Jo Casino is making the season of giving brighter with the holiday competition, “Wreaths of Hope.” Six local charities will compete in Wreaths of Hope, as Diamond Jo Casino awards a prize pool of $6,500 to the participating non-profit organizations.
As part of Boyd Gaming’s national holiday tradition, Wreaths of Hope is a charitable, wreath-decorating competition where local non-profit organizations have the chance to win much-needed funding based on customer vote, and gain invaluable exposure for their missions. Diamond Jo Casino will award a first-place prize of $2,500, a second-place prize of $1,500, a third-place prize of $1,000 and a fourth, fifth and sixth-place prize of $500.
Starting Tuesday, November 23 through Sunday, December 12, the public is invited to vote for their favorite charity’s decorated wreath by swiping at any kiosk at Diamond Jo Casino and placing their printed voucher in the corresponding charity wreath’s drum, located across from The Kitchen. The community can also vote on Diamond Jo Casino’s Facebook page daily at www.facebook.com/diamondjoworth. Voting is limited to one vote per person, per day during the contest. Individuals must also be 21 or older to cast a vote. The public is also invited to follow the event and support their favorite charity on social media using the hashtag #WreathsofHopeDJW.
Confirmed participants in Diamond Jo Casino’s 2021 Wreaths of Hope competition include:
- Habitat for Humanity of North Central Iowa
- Community Kitchen of North Iowa, Inc.
- 43 North Iowa
- Freeborn County Humane Society
- LIFE Center of Freeborn County
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Minnesota
About Diamond Jo Casino
Diamond Jo Casino is located off I-35 at Exit 214, just south of the Minnesota border. Connected directly to Country Inn and Suites, the Diamond Jo has over 850 slot machines, including traditional slot machines, video slots, video poker and keno. It features more than 20 table games, including live craps and roulette, and sports betting at the FanDuel Sportsbook. More information on Diamond Jo Casino can be found at www.diamondjoworth.com, on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. Diamond Jo Casino is a property of Boyd Gaming. Founded in 1975, Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE: BYD) is a leading geographically diversified operator of 28 gaming entertainment properties in 10 states. With one of the most experienced leadership teams in the casino industry, Boyd Gaming prides itself on offering its guests an outstanding entertainment experience, delivered with unwavering attention to customer service. For additional Company information and press releases, visit www.boydgaming.com.