Rotary Launches Online Auction For Two Touchdown Suite Football Tickets To EIU

Funds raised by the auction will benefit local and international students participating in the Rotary Youth Exchange -- an annual educational and cultural awareness experience for 14-18- year-old high school students.

"Rotary positively impacts the lives of virtually everyone in our community and around the world," said Jay Gatrell, President of Eastern Illinois University. "The Rotary Youth Exchange aligns with EIU's mission to enrich the lives of students through relevant education, cultural awareness, and enriching community engagement experiences. Donating football tickets to help raise funds to support Rotary, the Rotary Youth Exchange, and cheer on our EIU Panthers was an easy decision," added Gatrell.

The game tickets are for the Touchdown Suites, located just outside the goal lines, at Memorial Stadium on the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus. Tickets are all-inclusive and include food, beverage, a dessert cart, flat screen televisions, theater-style seating, complimentary game programs, a panoramic view of the field, and priority parking.

"On behalf of every Rotary Youth Exchange student and every Rotarian in District 6490, we extend a heart-felt thank you to President Gatrell and EIU for their generosity and support," said Mike Martin, Rotary International District 6490 Governor 2024-2025. "The fun, excitement, and lasting memories alone are worth the winning bid for these tickets. Not to mention the invaluable educational, cultural, and global awareness benefits for local students participating in the Rotary Youth Exchange," added Martin.

To access the auction, gather additional information, place a bid, and monitor bidding, visit 32auctions.com/Rotary6490. Registration on the site is required to verify authorized bidders. Bidding for the Touchdown Suite tickets ends at 12:00 PM, August 14, 2024.