EMU’s Zingerman’s tailgate festivities to benefit Meals on Wheels
Join Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels (YMOW) for a community event to support meal delivery to homebound seniors and enjoy delicious pre-game snacks from Zingerman’s Deli before cheering on the Eastern Michigan University football team.
The Eagles will be playing the Lindenwood Lions at Rynearson Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 26. Kickoff is at 1 p.m. and the tailgate festivities will start at 11 a.m.
Your ticket purchase supports the work of YMOW, but you’re also going to get access to one of the best tailgate parties of the football season.
Small plates, big flavor
Zingerman’s Delicatessen will be there serving small plates including: BBQ chicken and beef mini sandwiches, Zingerman’s Bakehouse coffee cakes, and Zingerman’s Pimento Cheese.
Your tailgate ticket also gets you into the game with reserved seating near the 50-yard line, tailgate games to win prizes, and kids games and crafts. Plus there will be a post-game photo op in the End Zone with EMU Mascot Swoop! Ticket prices are $40 per person, $18 per youth, or family pricing (2 adults & 2 kids) for $100.
“We are thrilled to partner again this year with Zingerman’s Deli and Eastern Michigan University,” says Barbara Niess-May, YMOW President/CEO, “and grateful for their longtime and ongoing support of our work at Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels. I look forward to cheering on the Eagles while raising money and support for Ypsilanti’s homebound neighbors.”
Zingerman’s believes in community service
“Zingerman’s believes it is our responsibility to make substantial contributions to strengthen the health, social, educational, and cultural fabric of our community,” said Zingerman’s Delicatessen Managing Partner Grace Singleton.
“As a food-focused community of businesses, we direct the majority of our giving towards alleviating hunger in Washtenaw County. Ypsi Meals on Wheels does critical work in ensuring that homebound seniors in our community are taken care of and we are honored to be called on to support their work.”
Tickets can be purchased at ymow.org. This event is offered in partnership with Zingerman’s Delicatessen and Eastern Athletics. Kickoff is at 1pm and the tailgate festivities will start at 11am. Tailgate will be at Rynearson Stadium, 799 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197.
