Donald Louis Carano, a native of Reno, Nevada built a powerful legacy in the hospitality industry and was a pillar of the community as a lifelong supporter of enduring philanthropic efforts. A true pioneer in the gaming, law and wine industries, Mr. Carano was an entrepreneur, hotelier, restaurateur, husband and a father who is celebrated as a family-oriented, compassionate leader.
A second-generation Italian-American, he completed an undergraduate degree at the University of San Francisco, followed by two years as an officer in the United States Army. After serving, Mr. Carano graduated with honors from USF’s School of Law where he began his law practice. He proudly maintained an “of counsel” relationship with the firm until his passing in 2017.
An expert in corporate, business and gaming law, he used his knowledge to build the Eldorado Hotel and Casino in 1973. He went on to partner with Mandalay Resorts / MGM Resorts, opening the Silver Legacy in 1993, the first mega themed resort in Reno, Nevada. Later, Eldorado Resorts, Inc. would acquire Caesars Entertainment, Inc. operating over 50 resorts nationwide. Carano became a winery owner with his wife Rhonda in 1981 when he founded Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Winery, in California.
Throughout his career, he and his wife Rhonda’s business ventures have always been anchored by teamwork and family values. His generosity and support for people in his companies and communities is legendary. His family carries on Don’s legacy of service, community, and teamwork.
The Don Carano Legacy Scholarship was established to provide support for dependents of Caesars Entertainment Team Members who are a graduating high school senior or who are enrolled in a college or advanced learning program.
On Your 6 Bourbon is proud to partner with the Community Foundation of Northern Nevada in support of the Don Carano Legacy Scholarship.
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The Don Carano Legacy Scholarship is part of Caesars Entertainment’s recently launched “All-in On Education” program, which offers low to no cost education, tuition reimbursement, student loan debt repayment options, 529 college savings plan options and scholarship opportunities.
In partnership with the Community Foundation of Northern Nevada, recipients are selected from a diverse pool of applicants whose parents or legal guardians represent a wide range of positions and properties across Caesars Entertainment. Scholarship recipients hail from across the company’s footprint, including students from Florida, Indiana, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, Tennessee, and Wisconsin.
“At Caesars Entertainment, our primary focus is treating our Team Members and guests like family, something my grandfather started with the launch of Eldorado Resorts in 1973,” said Anthony Carano, President and COO of Caesars Entertainment. “He always considered education a fundamental building block, and I know he would be so proud to help open doors for our Team Members’ families.
