14th Annual Grand Slam Dinner
Instead of Behind the Plate, Twins Players Are Serving Plates As Waiters to Benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities And Minnesota Twins Community Fund
Minnesota Twins Third Baseman Royce Lewis and Fiancé Samantha Hobert Host
14th Annual Grand Slam Dinner
The 14th Annual Grand Slam Dinner, where Minnesota Twins players trade jerseys for aprons and wait tables to raise money for Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities and the Minnesota Twins Community Fund will be Sunday, August 25th at The Capital Grille in Minneapolis. Host and Twins’ third baseman Royce Lewis and his fiancé will host and join an impressive roster of current and past Minnesota Twins players rolling up their sleeves and running entrees from the kitchen as servers for the event.
The night begins with a cocktail reception featuring a premier silent auction and interactive games, followed by a four-course dinner. There will also be an online silent auction open to the public. Silent auction items include Twins autographed items, game ticket packages, batting practice visit with a Twins player, and 12 months of fine dining for two!
Join us for an unforgettable evening at benefitting Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities (BGCTC) and the Minnesota Twins Community Fund (MTCF). Guests will also enjoy live entertainment from Daniel Switch, an engaging acoustic singer/songwriter who plays a variety of well-known covers and guitar ballads.
BGCTC’s club programming strives to break down racial and ethnic disparities, helping young people (K-12) succeed in school, develop leadership skills, make healthy choices and build career aspirations.
The Minnesota Twins Community Fund’s mission is to enrich local and regional communities by providing resources for the healthy development of children and families through an association with baseball, softball, and the Minnesota Twins. The MTCF believes that empowering the full potential of youth requires equitable access to opportunities on and off the field that instill a love of play and enhance overall development and well-being.
WHEN:Sunday, August 25th at 6 pm
WHERE:The Capital Grille
801 Hennepin Avenue
LaSalle Plaza, Minneapolis
TICKETS/
SPONSORSHIPS: To make a reservation or learn more about sponsorship opportunities,
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MORE INFO:https://boysandgirls.org/get-involved/events/grand-slam-dinner/
About Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities
Through our long and rich history, experience, and expertise, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities is leading a transformative change in the opportunity equation for Twin Cities youth through our programs at 13 Club locations. We believe that every young person deserves the chance to realize their full potential and achieve a great future. Our K-12 youth development continuum is an inclusive model that helps prepare all young people to succeed in school, develop leadership skills, maintain healthy lifestyles, and build career aspirations. As Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities, we take a stand for the future of our youth against racism, discrimination, and prejudice in all its forms. We are committed to safety, health, dignity, and equitable opportunity for all youth. To learn more about Boys and Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities programming, visit www.boysandgirls.org.
About The Capital Grille
The Capital Grille believes strongly in working with local charities, such as Boys and Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities and the Minnesota Twins Community Fund to build strong relationships within the communities we reside. Proceeds from this lavish 5 course Minnesota-themed dinner will go to both partners to further their missions, while The Capital Grille’s involvement aids us in fulfilling one of our core values: To positively contribute to our community. The Capital Grille is located in the heart of the Hennepin Theatre District at 801 Hennepin Avenue in LaSalle Plaza. Rich African mahogany paneling and warm lighting from one-of-a-kind art deco chandeliers set the tone for a comfortably elegant dining experience. Awarded the “Achievement of Excellence Award” by the American Culinary Federation, The Capital Grille’s impressive menu features nationally renowned dry aged steaks, the freshest of seafood and an award-winning wine list of more than 5,000 bottles. For lunch, dinner or a private dining room reservations, call 612-692-9000, email minneapolis@tcgdine.com or go to www.thecapitalgrille.com.
About the Minnesota Twins Community Fund
Established in 1991, the Minnesota Twins Community Fund’s mission is to enrich local and regional communities by providing resources for the healthy development of children and families through an association with baseball, softball, and the Minnesota Twins. Since its inception, the Fund has invested more than $22 million to support and empower youth in Twins Territory through programs, grantmaking and partnerships. The Minnesota Twins Community Fund is governed by a board of directors representing communities across Twins Territory. For more information about Minnesota Twins Community Fund grants and programs, please visit twinscommunityfund.org.
