The popular Midnight in the Tropics event of the Livingston County Sunrise Rotary Club is set for 5:30 p.m. Saturday, March 2, at Crystal Gardens in Howell.
The annual night of tropical fun and giving back to the community, in collaboration with the Livingston County Sunrise Rotary Foundation, has contributed nearly $650,000 to local nonprofits and service providers.
This year, the event is supporting three organizations:
1. Torch 180: Founded in 2015, Torch 180 is a unique training facility dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities by providing them with the skills and opportunities to gain employment in the food service industry. Their mission is unparalleled, and they’ve transformed the former Fowlerville Library into a 4,000-square-foot training facility and restaurant open to the public. Learn more at www.torch180.org.
2. Reaching Higher: Reaching Higher’s mission is to empower today’s students for tomorrow’s decisions. Their eight-session program focuses on increasing self-confidence, teaching goal-setting strategies, enhancing decision-making abilities, improving public speaking and interpersonal communication skills, and providing effective stress and coping skills. Discover more at www.reachinghigherinc.org.
3. Livingston County Catholic Charities’ Youth Substance Abuse Program: Committed to combating substance use and abuse among youth in Livingston County, Livingston County Catholic Charities runs the Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Program. This program offers innovative programming and events to educate youth and families about the devastating effects of substance use. It empowers local youth to become leaders in their communities and make a positive impact. Learn about their vital work at www.livingstoncc.org.
Don’t miss the opportunity to support these incredible organizations while enjoying a night of tropical festivities at MITT. Tickets and sponsorships are now available for purchase online at www.midnightinthetropics.com. With tickets having sold out for the past five years, anyone wanting to attend is encouraged to get their tickets early.
