VINA Community Dental Center is hosting its highly anticipated annual VINA Tailgate fundraiser at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 19, at Crystal Gardens Banquet Center. This year’s event promises to be an unforgettable evening of friendly rivalry, fun, and a common goal of raising funds to support the invaluable dental services provided by VINA.
Each year, the VINA Tailgate brings together fans of the University of Michigan and Michigan State University just days before their heated rivalry on the football field. The fans compete to see which school’s fanbase will raise more money to support VINA’s mission of providing dental care to those in need. The Tailgate’s 15th year will bring another successful evening of fundraising and fun to make an impact in Livingston County. In the years since the Tailgate began, the Spartan fans have won eight while the Wolverines have won six.
Over the years, the VINA Tailgate has raised funds to enable VINA to provide essential dental care to thousands of under-served patients, including free dental care to veterans in need. The event has become a symbol of unity, where both universities’ fan bases come together to demonstrate their support for the Livingston County community.
As part of the Tailgate festivities, attendees can participate in a silent auction, friendly competitions, various games and raffles, a buffet dinner of delicious tailgate food, a cash bar, dancing, entertainment, and more. All proceeds directly benefiting VINA’s dental programs, and every dollar raised will make a difference in the lives of those in need right here in Livingston County.
Tickets are $50 per person and sponsorships are available now. Fans can purchase tickets and sponsorships at The Tailgate website or at VINA.
