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ROBERT DESALVIO HONORED AT JAMAICA HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER GALA FOR RESORTS WORLD NEW YORK CITY’S COMMITMENT TO SOUTHEAST QUEENS COMMUNITY
President of Genting America’s East Celebrated for Resorts World’s Partnership Over More Than a Decade Robert DeSalvio, President of Genting America’s East and the driving force behind Resorts World New York City (RWNYC), was recognized this weekend at the 2023 Jamaica Hospital Medical Center. The November 11th event celebrated the hospital’s remarkable partnership with…
Autism Speaks 5K
April is Autism Awareness Month, a month dedicated to raising awareness for autism and Asperger’s syndrome. On April 1st, employees of Resorts World New York City participated in the Autism Speaks 5K at Prospect Park. Resorts World New York City is proud to support organizations that are committed to increasing awareness, increasing inclusivity, and advocating…
Resorts World New York City to Hold In-Person Commencement Ceremony for Gumbo Coalition Class of 2023
The Gumbo Coalition University, a virtual mentorship program sponsored by Resorts World New York City, is celebrating with an in-person class and commencement for the Class of 2023 on Thursday, March 30 from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency JFK Airport at Resorts World New York. Students will hear from Marc Morial, CEO…
Queens Tourism Council Descends on the Hyatt Regency JFK at Resorts World New York City for 2023 Kickoff Meeting
Queens, NY – The Hyatt Regency JFK at Resorts World New York City, the first 4-star hotel to open in Southeast Queens in over 50 years, hosted the Queens Tourism Council’s 2023 kickoff meeting on March 14. The event gathered leaders from cultural, economic, and tourism institutions from throughout Queens to network, brainstorm, and plan…
Get Ready to Ring in the Year of the Rabbit with Resorts World New York City
Resorts World New York City announced today it’s hosting a pre-Lunar New Year event this weekend to help guests get everything they will need to welcome the Year of the Rabbit. The annual event, scheduled for Saturday, January 7 and Sunday, January 8 from 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., will feature a flower market, live…
International Coastal Clean Up With The American Littoral Society
Resorts World Gives joined the American Littoral Society for the International Coastal Clean-up by picking up, collect, and recording trash along the Jamaica Bay coastline. The purpose of International Coastal Clean-Up Day is to encourage people to prevent pollution from entering local waterways to ensure a safe environment for both citizens and wildlife. We’re excited…
Gallop NYC Sunrise Stables Volunteer
Resorts World team members trotted their way to Gallop NYC Sunrise Stables to assist with daily barn tasks. After all that hard work, volunteers were rewarded with a therapeutic horse ride. Gallop NYC is an urban sanctuary in Queens where horses are serviced to riders with developmental disabilities, seniors, and at-risk youth. As Resorts…
Queens Caribbean Carnival
Resorts World New York City proudly sponsored the Queens Caribbean Carnival held in Far Rockaway. The Resorts World Gives team shared a float with AM Khaleel Anderson. While marching down the road to the sounds of Caribbean music the team distributed Resorts World reusable water bottles to the parade attendees. The carnival consisted of talented performers,…
Resorts World Joins River Fund For Child Poverty Awareness Day
Resorts World volunteers assisted River Fund on Child Poverty Awareness Day for the second year in a row. River Fund is a leading poverty front line center providing families with food, toiletries and clothing. Resorts World New York City is a proud long standing partner to River Fund.
Intro to Gaming Operations Course
We’re excited to announce our partnership with York College for the Intro to Gaming Operations course. Those attending the six week program will learn all there is to know about the Gaming Industry. This course is available to the public and designed to expose participants to casino operations with the goal of creating a pipeline of…
Queens Day in Albany
The Queens Chamber of Commerce annually hosts Queens Day as a platform for Queens-based businesses to meet with local elected officials. The local Queens restaurants attending brought a taste of their restaurant for everyone to sample. Resorts World New York City brought something a little different to the table. All those who stopped by the…
FCBA Joyful Mother’s Celebration
In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Resorts World New York City sponsored the 11th Annual Joyful Mother’s Celebration with the Flushing Chinese Business Association! The Joyful Mother’s Celebration occurs every Mother’s Day to recognize and support Moms everywhere. This year guests enjoyed traditional dances, live music, a magic show, a catwalk…
York College: York’s Career Services Help Students go to ‘Gumbo University’
The students took advantage of a very special opportunity provided by Gumbo Coalition University (GCU) and Resorts World. Seven of the eight qualified students made up the 2022 York’s second class of GCU cohort from York College. They participated in bi-weekly virtual leadership classes taught by esteemed leaders, including Marc Morial, president of the National Urban League. The…
Resorts World New York City Celebrates Earth/Arbor Day at Queens Botanical Garden
To honor Earth & Arbor Day, Resorts World New York City adopted Queens Botanical Garden’s, Crabapple Orchard. The orchard was in need of care and our valiant employees came to the rescue! They spent the day removing weeds and mulching so the crabapple trees can continue to blossom into the spring.
New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, and Asian Legislators Caucus
The New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislators, Inc held its 51st annual caucus in Albany. The weekend-long event was filled with networking, galas, and workshops. Resorts World New York City bestowed $30,000 to fund the organizations’ youth scholarship. The scholarship will be provided to youths who are on the pathway to…
Autism Speaks 5K
To kick off Autism Awareness Month, employees of Resorts World New York City participated in the Autism Speaks 5k at Prospect Park. Resorts World New York City proudly supports organizations that advocate for the betterment of individuals with developmental disabilities, and look forward to working with Autism Speaks in the near future.
Evening of Fine Foods with Queens Center of Progress
“Evening of Fine Foods” was hosted by long-standing Resorts World New York City partner Queens Centers of Progress. Restaurants from Queens participated in this event, serving samples of their delicious meals. In addition to a silver spoon sponsor, Resorts World New York City also brought along the “lucky wheel” for the attendees to win exciting…
Kiwanis Club Meeting
The Kiwanis Queens West Club’s inauguration of the Kiwanis Club of Sharing Hearts/Queens West was held at Hyatt Regency at Resorts World New York City. The Kiwanis Club of Sharing Hearts/Queens West is the first club to have members with developmental disabilities.
Gumbo Coalition University Graduation
Gumbo Coalition University finalized its program with in-person and virtual graduation at the National Urban League headquarters. Marc Morial, President of the National Urban League, commenced the students as Gumbo Coalition Scholars Class of 2022. Resorts World New York City rewarded twenty graduates with a $500 ($10,00k total) scholarship for completing the program. Applications for…
Queens Tourism Council
Resorts World New York City proudly hosted the first Queens Tourism Council meeting of the year. Representatives from businesses and organizations all over Queens gathered to share updates and network. Michelle Stoddart, VP of Community Development, was honored with the role of “Queens Ambassador” for the Queens Tourism Council.
American Heart Month Blood Drive
In response to the national blood shortage, Resorts World New York City partnered with the New York Blood Center to host their first blood drive of the year. Thanks to local donors, the blood drive achieved 32 donations which equate to 96 lives saved. In this photo is a local donor, Nadia Jageashwar, who attends…
Year of the Tiger Lunar New Year Celebration
Gong Xi Fa Cai! Resort World New York City hosted a lion dance ceremony to celebrate the Lunar New Year and usher in the Year of the Tiger. Members from RWNYC’s Executive team joined Deputy Borough President, Ebony Young; former Borough President, Sharon Lee; and Community Board 10 Chair, Betty Braton for the festivities.
2021 Coat Drive
Resorts World New York City collected a record-breaking 210 coats during its end-of-year employee coat drive. The coats were delivered to River Fund, a nearby frontline poverty center that distributes goods to families in need every week.
Holiday Gifts for Boys & Girls Club of Metro Queens
Resorts World New York City marked gifts off the wish lists of 40 students at the Metro Queens chapter of the Boys & Girls Club. RWNYC’s team of Community Development elves delivered the carefully chosen gifts to the students, ranging from Kindergarten to High School.
Giving Tuesday – New York Blood Center Blood Drive
‘Tis the season of giving! On Giving Tuesday, New York Blood Center hosted their third successful blood drive at Resorts World New York City this year. With the help of the community and RWNYC employees, New York Blood Center was able to collect over 40 pints of blood. In 2021 alone, RWNYC blood drives collected…
