Live! Casino in Philadelphia surprises local nonprofit with $2,000 donation

Thursday, June 17, 2021
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- An organization founded in honor of a father and homeless veteran who passed away received a massive donation.

Abby Anderson began Salvation of Sorrows in 2016 to help those in need with food, first aid, hair cuts, and more.
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With Father's day around the corner, Live! Casino in Philadelphia surprised Anderson with a donation to help expand her mission.

Live! Casino in Philadelphia purchased $2,000 worth of items off of Salvation of Sorrows' Amazon wish list.

The donation included food, medical kits, blankets, gift cards, and t-shirts.
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Anderson was emotional when she heard the news.

Anderson says her goal for the future is to one day have a building where they can provide more services like finding homes for veterans in need.

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