Massachusetts Awards $18M in Casino Mitigation Grants for 2025
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) has distributed over $18 million in grants for fiscal year 2025 through its Community Mitigation Fund (CMF). The funding aims to support local projects, improve infrastructure, and address the impact of casinos on nearby communities.
Since its launch in 2015, the CMF has now awarded around $56.7 million in total grants across the state.
Everett received the largest single allocation, securing $2,403,400. The funds will go toward pedestrian and transit upgrades, as well as traffic signal improvements.
Public safety initiatives also saw significant investment, with $378,600 set aside for various programmes. West Springfield was awarded $299,800 to bolster police, fire, EMS, and dispatch services, including training. Wilbraham obtained $309,100 for road safety equipment and infrastructure upgrades. Workforce development received a boost as Holyoke Community College was granted $448,750. The Lower Mystic Transportation Management Association also secured $300,000 for its projects. Regional efforts linked to casino operations were supported with over $1 million in grants. This included $75,000 for personnel costs in Hampden County, part of broader efforts to offset the negative effects of gaming facilities on local areas.
The latest round of CMF grants will fund essential services, infrastructure, and workforce programmes across multiple towns and organisations. The allocations reflect ongoing efforts to balance economic growth with community needs, particularly in areas affected by casino operations.
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