The Coral Springs Coconut Creek Regional Chamber of Commerce has recognized the Seminole Casino Coconut Creek as its “community impact business of the year.” The chamber made the announcement Sept. 22 in a news release.

The honor is reserved for a chamber member that “demonstrates an overall spirit of giving through contributions of time, leadership and resources through volunteer, philanthropic and financial engagement.”

“We are extremely excited to be selected for this award,” Seminole Casino Coconut Creek president Larry Buck said in the release. “Since day one, [the casino] has prided itself on being engaged with our community across the board.”

The casino was recognized at the chamber’s annual gala at the Fort Lauderdale Marriott Coral Springs Hotel & Convention Center on Oct. 20.

“Seminole Casino Coconut Creek is a true business leader and makes meaningful impacts on our community in so many ways,” Cindy Brief, president and CEO of the chamber, said in the release. They truly make our community a better place.”

Brief noted the casino’s philanthropic support through contributions to local schools, nonprofits and other organizations, as well as hosting food drives and volunteering for local events.

The release said the casino has supported more than 90 charities so far in 2022, totaling more than $450,000 in donations, including cash and in-kind donations.

Recently, the casino raised more than $35,000 for Irreverent Warriors, a military veterans organization. In October, the casino will partner with other Seminole Gaming and Hard Rock International properties for the annual Pinktober campaign to help raise awareness about breast cancer. The campaign benefits the American Cancer Society.

“Clearly, the pandemic put charities under more pressure than ever before,” Buck added. “To that end, we are happy to help in any way that we can. It’s all about giving back.”

The Seminole Tribe is the parent entity of Seminole Gaming and Hard Rock International. Seminole Gaming operates six casinos in Florida. The Seminole Casino Coconut Creek is located at 5550 NW 40th Street in Coconut Creek. More is at seminolecoconutcreekcasino.com.