ALBANY, Channel Islands, Sept. 6, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- In response to the devastation that Hurricane Katrina has caused in New Orleans and other areas along the Gulf Coast, Royal Vegas Poker (www.royalvegaspoker.com) will hold an online poker tournament to benefit the victims on Tuesday, September 6 at 9:00 p.m. EST. Fifty percent of the prize pool will be donated to the American Red Cross.
Concerned players can go to www.royalvegaspoker.com to sign up to play. Once registered, they can buy-in to the tournament for $25.
"The entire team at Royal Vegas Poker feels deeply for those stranded without food, shelter or water as a result of Hurricane Katrina," said Lou Krieger, Host of Royal Vegas Poker. "Our players have indicated the same and with each buy-in to the tournament, we will be able to increase our overall contribution."
Royal Vegas is mindful of the tremendous effort required to assist the many people affected by this tragedy. With the help of funds generated by this tournament, others like it and the countless number of charities that will contribute to this effort, the first steps toward recovery can begin.
The tournament on Tuesday is a result of a collaborative effort by the team at Royal Vegas Poker including representatives of executive management, resident experts, and players to identify a way to make a significant contribution to relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.
About Royal Vegas Poker
Unlike other online poker sites, RoyalVegasPoker.com is the place where poker players of all skill levels come to learn and play with the best. Hosted by Lou Krieger, author of "Poker for Dummies", Royal Vegas Poker is the site where thousands of players come to play and "Beat the Experts," every Wednesday night. A safe, fun and trusted poker room, Royal Vegas Poker has been nominated for both the 2004 Gold Award and 2004 Silver Award for "Top Poker Site" from Gambling Online Magazine, and is a top rated poker site at Casino Meister.