A main arm of fundraising these days is celebrity-studded events, often attainable by silent auction at a charity golf tournament or the like.
In the case of the Sports Museum led by Rusty Sullivan and curated by the hockey (and sports in general) historians and authors Richard Johnson and Brian Codagnone, The Tradition annually celebrates the careers and community impact of sports legends including but not limited to Boston greats.
Each year, a former Bruin, Celtic, Patriot and Red Sox are feted with a short interview traditionally hosted by Tom Caron with help from the likes of Jackie MacMullan and, last year, longtime WCVB Channel 5 news anchor Maria Stephanos.
For the past several years, I have enjoyed the honor of writing up the article on the Bruins Hockey Legacy honoree for the event program.
Here is the press release on this year’s event. It includes a walk around the TD Garden floor (ice covered but parquet not in use) with food stations from fine Boston-area chefs and bars at either end of the rink, a row of silent-auction memorabilia and many opportunities to say hello to people you recognize including famous ones. It’s a pretty cool experience if you’ve got the $400 to donate to the cause. The Sports Museum takes the money and uses it for its urban-youth programs with a large focus on the prevention of bullying.
THE TRADITION: THE SPORTS MUSEUM’S 22nd ANNUAL FUNDRAISING GALA
Honoring Dennis Eckersley, Kevin Faulk, Doc Rivers, Briana Scurry, Bob Sweeney, and Dana White
Tickets On Sale Now for the Annual Celebration of Boston Sports at TD Garden
Boston, MA (October 30, 2023) – The Sports Museum is proud to announce its 22nd annual fundraising gala, The Tradition, will honor Dennis Eckersley (Baseball Legacy Award), Kevin Faulk (Football Legacy Award), Doc Rivers (Basketball Legacy Award), Briana Scurry (Soccer Legacy Award), Bob Sweeney (Hockey Legacy Award), and Dana White (Special Achievement Award). Presenters for each honoree and the program hosts will be announced in the coming weeks.
Ticketed guests will be treated to a cocktail reception and a ‘talk-show’ style presentation on Wednesday, November 29 at 6:00 PM on the arena floor at TD Garden. Tickets for this unique fundraiser benefiting The Sports Museum are on sale now at www.sportsmuseum.org/events/the-tradition.
Tickets for The Tradition are $400. To purchase tickets, explore sponsorship opportunities, and view more information about The Tradition, please visit www.sportsmuseum.org or contact Rachel Locke, Development Manager at The Sports Museum, at rlocke@sportsmuseum.org or (617) 480-4257. All net proceeds benefit The Sports Museum.
A ticket to this event provides financial support to one of the longest-running sports museums in the country, as well as the educational programs that The Sports Museum provides to at-risk kids in our community. The event also offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience to mingle with some of Boston’s most legendary athletes and industry leaders. Each ticket includes access to complimentary premium food and beverage during the gala reception on TD Garden’s arena floor and a seat at the ‘talk-show’ style awards ceremony. During the ceremony, honorees share career highlights and anecdotal stories that give fans a glimpse into the lives of these Boston sports legends.
The presenting sponsor of The Tradition is New Balance Athletics, Inc. in association with TD Garden and NESN.
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About The Sports Museum
Preserving and showcasing the rich history of Boston sports, The Sports Museum is a non-profit organization committed to improving lives through the power of sports. Every day, we help strengthen and empower at-risk kids to develop positive social and emotional well-being through our leading-edge educational programs and serve Greater Boston through thought-provoking exhibits and signature events. For more information on The Sports Museum or its programs and events, visit www.sportsmuseum.org or follow The Sports Museum on Twitter and Instagram at @thesportsmuseum.
Rink Rap with Mick Colageo 