AAMCF and AMOA Coin-Op Cares Donate $20,000 to Support Families Affected by California Wildfires
- Melissa M
- 4 days ago
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Cary, Il – April 21, 2025 – The American Amusement Machine Charitable Foundation (AAMCF) and AMOA Coin Op Cares are proud to announce a joint donation of $20,000 to help families affected by the devastating wildfires that swept through California this January.
The Contribution will be split evenly between two amazing organizations Convoy of Hope and $10,000 to the California Community Foundation - both of which are providing hands-on, critical support as families begin the difficult journey of recovery and rebuilding. "Convoy of Hope and the California Community Foundation have been providing direct assistance to those families impacted by the California wildfires," said Lori Schneider, Executive Vice President of AMOA Coin-Op Cares. "The significant and on-going support needed by these communities made it easy to direct funds to both organizations as recovery efforts continue."
This donation reflects the ongoing commitment of AAMCF and AMOA Coin Op Cares to stand with communities in crisis. In 2024, both organizations partnered to support recovery efforts following the hurricanes that impacted the Carolinas, Florida, and Georgia. In 2023, they provided aid to the families displaced by the wildfires in Hawaii.
“Our industry is built around family – whether it’s gathering for games, music, or time spent in an FEC,” said Tina Schwartz, Executive Director of AAMCF. “Supporting those families when they need us most isn’t just the right thing to do – it’s in our DNA.”
AAMCF and AMOA Coin Op Cares remain steadfast in their mission to support those in need and stand with the families affected by the California wildfires during this challenging time.
About the AAMA
The American Amusement Machine Association (AAMA) is an international not-for-profit 501(c)6 trade organization representing the manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, professional service providers and location owner/operators for the coin-operated amusement industry. Our mission is to make the industry better through collaboration, education, advocacy and networking. We never stop playing!
About the AAMCF
The American Amusement Machine Charitable Foundation (AAMCF) is a 501©3 organization that raises funds to support charities focused on children, education, and scientific research. Founded in 1983 by members of the American Amusement Machine Association, the AAMCF has made contributions of more than 3.5 million dollars supporting nearly 150 charities.
About the AMOA
The Amusement & Music Operators Association (AMOA) founded in 1948 has a clear mission to promote and strengthen the amusement and entertainment machine industry and the deliver the highest quality services and support available to our members.
About the AMOA Coin Op Cares Foundation
AMOA formed Coin Op Cares, an 501c3 organization to provide scholarships, assist AMOA’s own educational programming, support philanthropic cause through donations and contributing to relief efforts for communities affected by disasters.
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