Last year over 400 guests attended. This year 500 guests are expected to attend the fundraising event.

The VIP Reception will begin at 5 p.m., during which time guests will have the opportunity to request autographs from their favorite professional athletes and other celebrities. A professional photographer will be on hand to take pictures of each guest with Keith Brooking. These pictures will be autographed by Brooking and mailed at a later date to each guest.

The Tailgate Event will begin at 6 p.m. and will be emceed by Fox 5 "Good Day Atlanta" co-host Mark Hayes. The evening will include; a delicious dinner and desserts, live and silent auctions, raffles, door prizes, and live entertainment by favorite local band Urban Jam.

Ticket prices are $75 for the Tailgate Event from 6 p.m.-midnight and an additional $25 for the VIP Reception beginning at 5 p.m. You must be 21 or older to attend the event. Funds raised from event ticket sales, raffle ticket sales, on location pro-shop sales, auctions and corporate sponsorships will benefit the continued work and ongoing programs of The Keith Brooking Children's Foundation. The Foundation has donated over $75,000 to local organizations since February 2004.

The Foundation's focus is foster children and the organizations that serve and support them. The Foundation also supports children throughout the community by making financial donations to local schools and youth organizations. Athletic shoes are provided for children in need through Locker 56,a foundation program that provides new shoes for children. The Foundation is very proud to have awarded six scholarships to local high school seniors this year through its scholarship program.

Space is limited, so make your reservations in advance by contacting Gina Weathersby at 770-683-4377 or [email protected] . You may also visit keithbrookingfoundation.org .