Viva Las Vegas Casino Night Raises $73,512 for United Way of SLO County!
The dice were rolling and the cards were flying at United Way of San Luis Obispo County’s Viva Las Vegas Casino Night! Thanks to the generosity of our guests, and an incredible dollar-for-dollar match from ITW Global Tire Repair, the evening raised a total of $73,512 to strengthen our local community.
The Results Are In:
✨ $36,756 raised through ticket sales, silent auction, Fund-a-Need and online donations
✨ $36,756 matched by ITW Global Tire Repair
💥 $73,512 total impact for San Luis Obispo County
Every dollar supports United Way’s ongoing work in:
- Early Childhood Education — helping children build a foundation for lifelong success through programs like Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
- Community Strengthening — supporting programs like our 211 Helpline and Youth Board that create lasting, local change
Because of ITW Global Tire Repair’s match, every contribution made during the event went twice as far.
🎲 A Night to Remember
Guests enjoyed blackjack, craps, and roulette tables, lively music, delicious food, and a spirited silent auction — all while supporting meaningful local programs. The casino floor may have been full of luck, but the real win was the impact we created together.
Thank You to our Amazing Sponsors!
A heartfelt “thank you” to ITW Global Tire Repair for their generous match and to Hicks and Harris Personal Injury Lawyers for their incredible support!
Thank You to our Amazing Volunteers and Community Partners!
We are so grateful for everyone who joined us — from sponsors and donors to board members, volunteers and attendees. Your contributions make a real difference in the lives of San Luis Obispo County residents.
Event Volunteers
- Natasha and Beau Mercurio
- Peggy Koteen
- Brian Christopher
- Susan Aoki
- Christy Mulkerin
- Curtis Abram
- Miller Newlan
- Nick Drews
- Michael Hicks
- Patrick Mallon
- Jack Lahey
Sponsors
- ITW Global Tire Repair
- Hicks Pension Services
- Harris Law
- Epic Entertainment
- Rod and Hammer Rock
- Alexandra Marie Photography
- Artichoked Creative
- Special Thanks to DJ Jack Ross
Blackjack Dealers
- Mike Chen, Columbia Bank
- Josh Cross, Atascadero Chamber
- Eric Daniels, PGE
- Shannon Downing, PGE
- Brandon Downing, PGE
- Darnell Harris, Mission College Prep
- Ted Lily, Retired Pro Baseball player
- Leann Standish, SLO Museum of Art
- Val Vaz, French Hospital Foundation
Silent Auction Contributors
- Alexandra Marie Photography
- Avila Bay Athletic Club and Spa
- Bent Rod Sportfishing: Melissa and Sergio Bermudez
- Berenice Guadarrama
- Biddle Ranch Vineyard
- Café Roma
- Center of Effort Wines
- Central Coast Outdoor Adventures
- Dolphin Bay Resort and Spa
- The Great American Melodrama
- House of Bread
- Inn at Rose’s Landing
- Joey Ferrell
- Klondike Pizza
- Liz Summer
- Lure Fish House
- Madison and Jimmy Summer
- Madonna Inn
- Moonstone Bar and Grill
- Moonstone Cellars
- Nick Drews
- Robin’s Restaurant
- Rosa’s Italian Restaurant
- Rose’s Bar and Grill
- SLO Children’s Museum
- Santa Barbara Zoo
- Scout Coffee
- SLO Repertory Theater
- Summerland Co.
- The Spirit of San Luis Restaurant
- Tolosa Winery
- United Way SLO Youth Board
- Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach
- Whiz Kids
Evening Highlights
