13th Annual Dinomights Fundraiser
'Dreams to Reality'

Monday, November 12th, 7:00pm at International Market Square

Thanks for making this year's event the most successful fundraiser in DinoMights history! We exceeded our goal by $2000 dollars raising over $32,000! We are overwhelmed by the generosity and appreciation toward this program.

These gifts contribute to DinoMights continued pursuit of making dreams reality for its South Minneapolis youth. In 2007 100% of Dinomights participants reaching graduation age completed high school. This is a significant achievement in light of the 2005 Minnesota Department of Education report stating that the graduation rate for Minneapolis Public Schools is 55%. In addition this graduating class is pursuing higher education at such institutions as Hamline University, St. Scholastica, Bethel University, Augsburg College, and Normandale. All of this is already a dream come true for DinoMights, but the real measure of this class is their service to the community. They have all found ways to serve in their schools, churches, and neighborhoods. Plus, Two thirds of them have been DinoMights volunteers.

The class of 2007 represents the reality of many dreams! These students are all achieving their own dreams of gradation, college, and career. Also, it has been the dream of DinoMights from the very beginning to see long-term relationships bear this kind of fruit. It has always been DinoMights' hope to see youth grow into competent and self-assured adults. Today's youth have many dreams as they lace up their skates: dreams to be good hockey players, to score goals, make friends and have fun.

If you were unable to attend, but would like to give a tax-deductible gift, you can use our secure donation page powered by PayPal, by clicking here.

LOCATION

This year's fundraiser was held in The Atrium of International Market Square. IMS is known as one of the premier event locations in the Twin Cities. Under the glass-roofed Atrium, we enjoyed desserts from D'Amico Catering while listening to our Dino youth share the DinoMights' story. For directions and map click here.

SPECIAL GUESTS

Over the years, the Minnesota Wild has been an enthusiastic partner of DinoMights. They have been a great support to our annual fundraisers, and we were pleased to have a Wild presence at this year's event.

SILENT AUCTION

One of the most exciting aspects of the evening was the Silent Auction. The Auction featured event tickets from the Minnesota Wild, Gopher Hockey, etc., sports memorabilia, autographed items, gift certificates and other items. These auction items can make great gifts for the coming holidays. Listed here are a few of the items that were up for bid. Click Here for a more complete list of items!