Once more, the One Drop Foundation is causing a stir in the poker community. The Big Deal for One Drop charity tournament will be held at Resorts World Las Vegas starting in November. The event, which combines poker, excitement, and charity, coincides with the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix race.
54 players are invited to the tournament, which has a $10,000 buy-in and is set for November 22 at the Allē Lounge on 66. Guy Laliberté, the founder of Cirque du Soleil, will host, and his Frooogs project will support the event. Top poker players and celebrities will join poker veteran Phil Hellmuth as master of ceremonies. Hellmuth said, “It gives me great pleasure to be the MC for the Big Deal for One Drop… I look forward to raising more funds for worthy causes in November.”
Supporting a Vital Cause
The event raises funds for global safe water initiatives. Since 2012, the One Drop Foundation and WPT Foundation have collectively raised over $75 million, directly benefiting water projects worldwide. Laliberté highlighted the event’s lasting impact, noting, “The Big Deal for One Drop is going to be one of those iconic tournaments for the fun aspect and the people it will draw.”
With opportunities for rebuys, add-ons, and unique prizes, the tournament combines luxury and purpose. Funds will support life-changing projects, emphasizing the importance of safe water access for billions.
Famous poker events like the $1 million buy-in Big One for One Drop, which debuted at the WSOP in 2012, are part of the One Drop Foundation’s poker activities. Justin Bonomo and Antonio Esfandiari are previous champions. Top talent has also been drawn to its $100,000 High Roller events, which have raised millions of dollars for charitable causes.
The mix of high-stakes gaming and charity at the Big Deal promises an incredible experience for poker fans, elevating both poker and its worldwide influence to new heights.
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