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"Sarasota was the sports capital of the world as our gala went over the $10 million mark overall.  Thanks to everyone involved."  Dick Vitale

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The 8th Annual Dick Vitale Gala was another smashing success! Over $1.7 million dollars raised in the fight against pediatric cancer!

Honorees

The gala honored Hall of Famer, Bobby Bowden, former head coach of Florida State University; Bill Self, head coach of University of Kansas; and Hall of Famer, Jim Calhoun, head coach of the University of Connecticut.
GARY WILLIAMS LOU HOLTZ JAY WRIGHT
Bobby Bowden
Bill Self Jim Calhoun

 


 

 

 

 

 

Watch some of the interviews from Friday evening at the Gala:

What is the Gala? 

The Gala is Dick and Lorraine Vitale’s premiere fundraising event that annually raises money for the V Foundation in honor of Dick’s good friend, the late Jim Valvano. Net proceeds from the Dick Vitale Gala will go to fund pediatric cancer research. View pictures from past year's Galas` here as well as the party at the Vitale residence here

How you can donate:

Fans can still send donations by mail (c/o The V Foundation, 106 Towerview, Cary, NC 27513) or by calling 1-800-4JIMMYV. Please mention that you are donating to the “Heart of the Program Challenge” and indicate which coach you are supporting.
  

ARTICLES:

Herald Tribune- Valvano`s Legacy: Don`t give up READ

HaroldTribune - Dick Vitale gala breaks record READ

cfnews13 - Stars gather in Sarasota for Dick Vitale charity gala READ

Bradenton Herald- Dick Vitale Gala raises $1.6 million for pediatric cancer READ

WTSP.com - Dick Vitale Gala raises over $1 million READ

ESPN.com -7th Annual Dickie V Gala is a success READ


 

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