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FanDuel helping restore SEPTA rail lines for the Eagles home opener against the Dallas Cowboys last week might have set a precedent.
Another entity is seeking help from the operator.
The Pennsylvania Homecare Association (PHA) has expressed the need for help with its funding woes and has called on the Pennsylvania sportsbook for aid.
PHA details struggles
It is reported that FanDuel Sportsbook covered $80,000 for SEPTA’s rail line for the Eagles game. That also included free rides home for fans.
Now, the PHA is wondering if FanDuel can help its organization.
According to PoliticsPA, PHA is asking the operator to “shine a spotlight on, or even chip in to address, an even deeper crisis: the collapse of the state’s in-home care system.”
Mia Haney, CEO of PHA, spoke about FanDuel’s contributions, along with the help it needs to provide care for those in need.
“FanDuel did what Harrisburg couldn’t by keeping the trains running, but for families across Pennsylvania, it’s not just trains being missed – it’s critical care.
“Our system has been barely hanging on for years, and now it’s pushed to the breaking point. Every month, 112,500 shifts go unfilled, and that means children and grandparents are going without the care they need to survive.”
PoliticsPA reported that Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration conducted a study that showed the PHA needs $800 million to effectively operate. The PHA is asking for only $370 million to cover wage increases, new hires, and expanded services.
PHA blames state officials for crisis
Neither party, PHA or FanDuel, responded to PlayPennsylvania‘s request for comment. It is not known whether PHA has actually reached out to FanDuel, or if FanDuel would actually help.
Haney commended FanDuel for stepping in to help SEPTA and Eagles fans. She ultimately puts the onus on state leaders.
“Most importantly, this isn’t a partisan political issue. This crisis has been caused by both parties, and we need both parties to work together to fix it.
“FanDuel has already shown you can step in where Harrisburg won’t. So, if you can chip in, that’s great, but to even start to address this crisis, you’d need to donate $80,000 again … 4,625 times.
“So, perhaps instead, you can help us by bringing attention to this genuine crisis taking place in Pennsylvania for the same reason our trains aren’t running: our elected officials.”
FanDuel could have set a precedent by helping SEPTA. Of course, it doesn’t mean they have to help everyone, but it could mean more organizations reach out for help, especially since the operator has generated nearly $750 million in online casino and sports betting revenue, combined, in 2025.
