SARASOTA (SNN-TV) – We are one day away from one of the biggest fund-raisers for pediatric cancer, the 17th Annual Dick Vitale Gala.
The event, held at the Ritz-Carlton here in Sarasota, is the epicenter for sports, philanthropy, business and cancer research.
At the 17th Annual Gala, Dick Vitale will honor ESPN TV & Radio Host Keyshawn Johnson, ESPN Tennis Analyst Chris Evert, and Baylor University Head Men’s Basketball Coach Scott Drew.
Vitale will also recognize ESPN College Football Analyst Rod Gilmore with the V Foundation John Saunders Courage Award.
The mission of the Dick Vitale Gala is to raise funds for pediatric cancer research across the nation, while also promoting awareness of pediatric cancer and how devastating it is to our children and their families.
Shane Jacobson, the CEO of The V Foundation, says this year’s event will be like no other, being Dickie V has fought his fight with cancer this year.
“This year is extra special. It’s a chance for us to thank Dick, personally, for all that he has done. We will have record attendance, and based off of a lot of energy and enthusiasm by our donors, we predict we’re going to raise a record amount of money this year. All of which, these dollars flow through The V Foundation and the Dick Vitale Pediatric Cancer Research Fund.” – Shane Jacobson
SNN will be live at the event previewing the evening, with some of the biggest stars in all of sports and sports media.