When you lose that big game and watch the pot get turned over to your arch nemeses poker rival it might feel like the end of the world, but in reality all of us in the poker circle know this is nothing compared to the challenges and obstacles that others find themselves facing. The powerful earthquake that devastated Haiti this year was way more devastating to all those living in the district, then the loss of a poker match could ever be. Not only have volunteer groups rushed to aid the victims, it would appear some that some famous celebrities are also joining in to try to raise some much needed funds to assist those unfortunately affected by the tragedy and it would seem that some of the gaming divisions best poker sites have joined in with the good cause.
Following the devastating quake several poker rooms instigated fundraisers promising such features as matching any donation made by poker playing customers. This way, poker players could give to the cause knowing that their donation would be met unconditionally. Players give, the gaming rooms match, simple as that. The figures that piled up were jackpot worthy indeed, Full Tilt Poker received approximately $264,000 donations from players, which when matched rose to an awesome $528,000 in donations to the earthquake victims. Poker Stars also received approximately $475,000 from players and a match of $475,000 from the poker room bringing the take-away pot to an impressive $950,000.
The jackpot was one that both sponsors and players were more than happy about handing over. In life none of us like to lose, but there is a huge difference between simply losing a bit of money, or looking at the bigger picture of losing everything in life. The success of these donations programs really looks well upon the gaming crowd and gaming establishments. It’s good to know that when people are really in need, even those holding the best hands are willing to fold and hand over the pot to those who need it the most. There will be plenty more games in the future where they can keep the winnings. PokerStars Rakeback is one they could perhaps try their hands at.
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