Kind Hearted Poker Professionals Give Up Their Winnings
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 horrifically powerful earthquake that struck Haiti earlier this year was way more devastating to many living in the area than the loss of a poker match could ever be. It would seem that famous celebrities, huge organisations and some volunteer groups from all across the globe have joined forces to help to raise 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.
Shortly after the earthquake, quite a few poker rooms started fundraisers that promised to match any donation made by poker playing customers. This enabled the poker players to give to the cause, knowing that any donation they made 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. Nobody likes feeling like they’ve lost everything, but there is a big difference between losing everything at the table and really losing everything. With the success of these donation schemes, it is a great testament to both 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 loads of games ahead of them where they will be able to keep their winnings. PokerStars Rakeback is one they could perhaps try their hands at.
September 6, 2010
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Posted by Jam Man
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