Proceeds from the Gateway Casino could be funding as much as $425,000 for local events and projects this year through the CK Together Grant.
Fifty groups have qualified for initial funding of up to 50 per cent of their approved grant, with the remainder to come once the events are completed.
The municipality receives more than $1.5 million from the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation each year as part of its agreement to host the casino with the stipulation that the funds be used within the community.
Grant applications were reviewed by a committee of municipal staff and Chatham-Kent citizens and sent to council for final approval.
In order to receive the final amount, applicants will need to submit a final report that includes a budget, copies of all invoices for reimbursement, and photos of the event or community project.
Among the more well known events receiving funding are Crowfest ($25,000), Festival of Nations ($25,000), RetroFest ($20,000) and WAMBO ($17,500).
A complete list of approved events and the amount received can be found on the Chatham-Kent Council website.
