Silent auction
100% of proceeds support Christmas for Wolverine youth, more than 400 children and young adults in our care.
Same mission. A brighter tomorrow.
Wolverine Forward
Game day for the next generation. Built on legacy, focused on the future.
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A signature event for a stronger tomorrow
More than game day.
Wolverine Forward brings together community leaders, corporate partners, longtime supporters, and a new generation of champions for an immersive Lions watch party and impact celebration, all in support of the next generation of the Wolverine Community Hub.
Our history gives us strength. Since 1987, Wolverine has stood on Detroit’s east side. On December 6, we look forward.
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The next generation of the Wolverine Community Hub
We are reimagining our longtime Detroit community center, the John S. Vitale Community Center at Wolverine Center, into a next-generation hub for youth, families, and neighbors, creating space for opportunity, connection, and long-term impact.
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Family engagement
Recreation and wellness
Commercial kitchen
Community partnerships
Events and programs
More ways to make a difference
Additional impact moments on game day.
Foster Family of the Year
Honoring an extraordinary family with an all-expenses-paid weekend in Frankenmuth.
Vassar campus studio
Support a creative studio on our Vassar campus for youth programming, music, and media.
Tickets
Individual tickets and tables of ten. Your ticket includes the watch party at COSM Detroit, food and drink, the impact program, and access to the silent auction. Reserve now and we will confirm availability and send payment details.
Questions about the event? Email [email protected].
Sponsor
Presenting, suite, and table sponsorships put your brand in front of Detroit’s civic and business leaders and fund the community hub for years to come. Every package includes recognition on this page, on site, and in Wolverine’s annual report.
Prefer to talk first? Call our development team at (313) 938-1343.
