Welcome to the PACGDC Website
The Palo Alto County Gaming Development Corporation (PACGDC) is an Iowa not-for-profit corporation. It is the sponsoring organization that holds the license for the Wild Rose Casino and Resort in Palo Alto County. In accordance with Iowa law and its operating agreement, PACGDC receives funding from Wild Rose operations. Funds received are distributed to deserving non-profit organizations and government entities in Palo Alto County. Our mission is to strengthen our communities for future generations by creating partnerships, leveraging resources, and being a catalyst in identifying and supporting community needs.
Nineteenth Annual Grant Award Celebration
Palo Alto County Gaming Development Corporation (PACGDC) hosted its Nineteenth Annual Grant Awards Celebration on Friday, March 7th, 2025.
Left to Right: Cheryl Harris, Brian Bormann, Marty Bergstrom, Gretchen Reichter, Jamie Neff, and Terry Williams
Board members absent from photo: Abby Burns and Marilyn Noonan
Grant Report Due Dates
Reports are due and must be submitted by:
• Signed Grant Agreement - March 31st
• Progress Report – August 1st
• Extension Request - December 1st
• Applications – December 31st
• City & School Final Grant Reports – December 31st
• Full & Mini Final Grant Reports – December 31st
Palo Alto County
Gaming Development Corporation
Schedule An Appointment
Phone: (712) 852-4777
Email: pacgdc@ncn.net
Emmetsburg, IA
P.O. Box 153
910 Broadway
Office Hours:
Tuesdays, 10:00am – 3:00pm
Or By Appointment