Rosie’s Emporia Donates Nearly $40,000 to Support Greenville County Public Schools
Contribution from Rosie’s Gives Back program to support GCPS students and virtual learning program
EMPORIA, Va. (August 20, 2024)—Rosie’s Emporia today announced that it has made a $39,450 donation to Greensville County Public Schools as part of its signature charitable program, “Rosie’s Gives Back.” The donation of nearly $40,000 will help support the school system’s Unitive Justice in Education program and Edgenuity virtual learning program.
“Our team at Rosie’s Emporia is so proud to have the opportunity to support the community we call home,” said Jeremy Callahan, General Manager of Rosie’s Emporia. “We treasure our relationship with our neighbors in Emporia and Greensville County and will continue to support great community partners like Greensville Public Schools, the Emporia Police Department, and others who are making a difference here at home.”
“We are excited and thankful for the partnership with Rosie’s allowing Greensville County Public Schools to offer Unitive Justice to our students, faculty, and staff at Greensville County High School,” said GCPS Superintendent Dr. Kelvin Edwards. “Unitive Justice is not just a framework for resolving conflicts—it’s a vision for fostering community and mutual respect. By focusing on repairing relationships and understanding the root causes of issues, we create a more inclusive and supportive environment. This approach aligns with our commitment to nurturing both the academic and emotional well-being of our students, ultimately leading to a more harmonious and effective learning community.”
Rosie’s Gaming Emporiums in Emporia and around the state contribute to local organizations and causes through the “Rosie’s Gives Back” program which has made $2.5 million in direct donations, $195,000+ in-kind contributions, and donated more than 2,500 hours of volunteer service. The program supports a range of nonprofits and causes around Virginia including groups providing services in education, workforce development, and support for veterans and law enforcement. The goal of the Rosie’s Gives Back program is to meaningfully improve the quality of life in the communities where team members live and work. The company also partners with statewide programs for the broadest impact possible.
[Rosie’s Emporia General Manager Jeremy Callahan (L) presents donation of $39,450 to Greensville County Public Schools]
About Churchill Downs Incorporated
Churchill Downs Incorporated (Nasdaq: CHDN) has been creating extraordinary entertainment experiences for nearly 150 years, beginning with the company’s most iconic and enduring asset, the Kentucky Derby. Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, CDI has expanded through the development of live and historical racing entertainment venues, the growth of the TwinSpires horse racing online wagering business and the operation and development of regional casino gaming properties. www.churchilldownsincorporated.com
About Colonial Downs Racetrack and Rosie’s Gaming Emporium
Colonial Downs Racetrack (“Colonial Downs”) and Rosie’s Gaming Emporiums (“Rosie’s”) employ over 1,200 team members in the Commonwealth of Virginia, paying over $30 million in annual salaries, wages and benefits. Rosie’s in Dumfries, Emporia, Hampton, New Kent, Richmond and Vinton offer innovative Historical Racing Machines (HRMs) and full card simulcasting. Rosie’s Game Room in Collinsville features a limited selection of some of the best HRM titles. Colonial Downs in New Kent hosts live Thoroughbred racing on two nationally-renowned surfaces – the Secretariat Turf Course, the widest turf course in North America and a 11/4-mile dirt track. www.rosiesgaming.com.
